Matthew Gaudreau's wife Madeline shares tribute to late husband on social media

Matthew Gaudreau, who tragically lost his life in a bike accident with his brother, NHL star Johnny Gaudreau, was filled with excitement about becoming a father for the first time. His wife, Madeline Gaudreau, expressed her profound grief on Instagram, sharing footage from their gender reveal and writing, "The proudest dad. Matty couldn't wait to be a dad."

The couple had announced their pregnancy in June, with their son due in December. Sadly, tragedy struck just two months later when Matthew, aged 29, and his older brother Johnny, 31, were fatally hit by a drunk driver while cycling in New Jersey.

Madeline has shared heartfelt tributes to her late husband on Instagram, expressing her immeasurable loss and vowing to continue living for him and their unborn son. She also extended her love and support to her sister-in-law, Meredith Gaudreau, Johnny's wife, promising to navigate their shared grief together.

Friends of the Gaudreau family have launched a GoFundMe campaign to assist Madeline with medical and funeral costs, which has already received overwhelming support.