Toronto Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews Announces Death of His Only Sister
Toronto Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews has shared the heartbreaking news of the death of his only sister, Alexandria Matthews. The 26-year-old center, who has been one of the NHL’s brightest young stars, took to social media on Tuesday to confirm the loss and express his grief.
In a poignant post on Instagram, Matthews wrote, *”With a heavy heart, I’m saddened to share that my sister Alexandria has passed away. She was my best friend, my confidante, and a person who always made those around her smile. I love you forever, Lex.”* Matthews accompanied the message with a photo of himself with Alexandria, along with a message of gratitude for the support of friends and fans during this incredibly difficult time.
Auston Matthews has always been known to keep his personal life private, but the loss of his sister has deeply affected him and the tight-knit Matthews family. Alexandria, who was in her mid-20s, had been a significant part of her brother’s life, often seen at Leafs games and public events. She had lived in the United States, and the two siblings shared a close relationship despite their busy lives.
Fans, teammates, and fellow athletes have flooded social media with condolences and messages of support for Matthews. The Toronto Maple Leafs organization also expressed their sympathy, saying in a statement, *”The entire Leafs family is devastated by this tragic loss. Our thoughts are with Auston and his family during this incredibly difficult time.”*
It is unclear at this time what the cause of Alexandria Matthews’ death was, as the family has requested privacy while they grieve. Auston Matthews is expected to take some time away from the team to mourn and support his family. The Leafs’ upcoming schedule may be adjusted as a result.
