Johnny Gaudreau's widow, Meredith, posts emotional tribute to Blue Jackets star on social media

Gaudreau and his brother, Matthew, were killed in a cycling accident on Thursday

By Austin Nivison Aug 31, 2024 at 1:20 pm ET• 1 min read

For the first time since Columbus Blue Jackets star Johnny Gaudreau died on Thursday night, his widow, Meredith, has spoken out about his passing.

Gaudreau and his brother, Matthew, were riding bicycles in New Jersey when they were struck and killed by an SUV. The driver of the SUV was suspected to be under the influence of alcohol when he passed a vehicle on the right and hit the Gaudreau brothers.

Following Johnny's tragic death, Meredith Gaudreau posted a heartfelt message about her husband of nearly three years on social media. She included pictures of them throughout their years as a couple, as well as Johnny with their two children.

"Thank you for the best years of my life," Gaudreau wrote. "Despite losing you, I am still the luckiest girl in the world to have been yours. I love you so much. You were perfect. Some days it felt too good to be true. I love every single thing about you. You are my forever and I can't wait to be with you again. I love you so much forever and ever."