Report: Johnny Gaudreau's sister's wedding called off following brothers' tragic deaths.

Matthew Gaudreau and his brother Johnny were part of the wedding party for their sister.

Report: Johnny Gaudreau's sister's wedding called off following brothers' tragic deaths.

Katie Gaudreau, the sister of NHL veterans Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, has reportedly canceled her wedding in Philadelphia Friday following their tragic deaths.

Katie and Devin Joyce were set to get married at St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church in Gloucester City, New Jersey, followed by a reception in Philadelphia on Friday.

Johnny Gaudreau — Columbus Blue Jackets left wing Johnny Gaudreau plays the puck against the Montreal Canadiens during the second period at Bell Centre. (David Kirouac/USA Today Sports)

A source confirmed to Page Six that the wedding had been canceled after the Gaudreau brothers were tragically killed Thursday night when they were struck by a suspected drunk driver while bicycling.

Although the family did not verify the news, they issued a statement expressing gratitude for the support they received.

We lost 20 family members, teammates, and friends last night, but truly, they were two amazing humans.

Katie and Devin's wedding website stated that the Gaudreau brothers and their wives were supposed to be part of the bridal party.

Matthew Gaudreau in action — Matthew Gaudreau of the Boston College Eagles attempts a shot on goal in the third period during Game 1 of the Three Rivers Classic hockey tournament at PPG Paints Arena Dec. 29, 2016, in Pittsburgh. (Justin Berl/Getty Images)

Sean Higgins, 43, was arrested and charged for attempting to overtake two vehicles and hitting the Gaudreau brothers from behind. Suspected of being under the influence of alcohol.

Higgins confessed to drinking five or six beers before the accident and admitted to consuming alcohol while driving, according to police.

On Friday, Higgins appeared virtually before a judge. Prosecutors requested his detention, and the judge agreed, scheduling a detention hearing for Thursday.

Johnny Gaudreau, who was in the third year of his seven-year contract with the Columbus Blue Jackets, returned to New Jersey for his sister's wedding, leaving behind his wife and two children.

Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau — Brothers Johnny Gaudreau and Matthew Gaudreau of the Boston College Eagles celebrate after the Eagles beat the Northeastern University Huskies to win their fifth Beanpot championship in a row at TD Garden Feb. 10, 2014, in Boston. (Richard T Gagnon/Getty Images)

Matthew Gaudreau, 29, is survived by wife Madeline.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

by Paulina Dedaj 8/30/2024, 7:53:30 PM

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