SAD NEWS: The family of star quarterback Patrick Mahomes has released a tragic and heartbreaking statement about him, his wife and their two eldest daughters following a car crash following a weekend trip…See more

SAD NEWS: The family of star quarterback Patrick Mahomes has released a tragic and heartbreaking statement about him, his wife and their two eldest daughters following a car crash following a weekend trip…See more

Kansas City, Missouri — In a devastating tragedy that has shaken the sports world and the hearts of millions around the globe, the family of NFL quarterback Patrick Mahomes has confirmed that Patrick, his wife Brittany Mahomes, and their two eldest daughters, Sterling and Bronze, were tragically killed in a fatal car crash late Sunday night. The Mahomes family had just returned from a private family trip when the crash occurred.

The heartbreaking news was released in an official statement by the Mahomes and Matthews families early Tuesday morning. The loss of one of football’s most celebrated players, along with his young family, has prompted an overwhelming wave of grief, remembrance, and mourning across the country.

A Devastating Family Statement
The families released the following joint statement:

“It is with shattered hearts that we confirm the tragic passing of our beloved Patrick, his beautiful wife Brittany, and their precious daughters, Sterling and Bronze, following a horrific car accident on Sunday evening. We are utterly devastated. Patrick was more than a football icon — he was a devoted father, a loving husband, and a light in so many people’s lives. Brittany was the heart of their home, a fierce mother, and Patrick’s greatest teammate. Sterling and Bronze were radiant with joy and love, full of promise and innocence. We kindly ask for privacy and prayers as we mourn this unimaginable loss.”
The statement was signed by Randi Mahomes, Pat Mahomes Sr., and the Matthews family.

Details of the Tragic Accident
According to reports from the Missouri Highway Patrol, the fatal crash occurred around 9:57 PM Sunday evening on Interstate 35 near Bethany, Missouri. The Mahomes family was traveling in a black 2025 Cadillac Escalade when a semi-truck lost control and crossed into oncoming traffic due to a suspected brake failure during a severe rainstorm.

Authorities confirmed that the Escalade suffered a direct head-on impact. Emergency services arrived on the scene within minutes, but tragically, all four members of the Mahomes family were pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the truck sustained non-life-threatening injuries and is cooperating fully with the investigation.

The family had been returning home from a secluded lakeside retreat where they had spent the weekend together celebrating Brittany’s birthday.

National Mourning
Patrick Mahomes, 29, had become a cultural icon and one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history. Known for his electric playmaking, humility, and leadership, Mahomes led the Kansas City Chiefs to three Super Bowl victories and won two league MVP awards. But beyond his stats and accolades, Mahomes was widely admired for his devotion to family, philanthropy, and uplifting others.

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell released a deeply emotional statement:

“We are devastated by the tragic loss of Patrick Mahomes and his family. Patrick was a generational talent whose passion and leadership transcended the field. He and Brittany gave their all to their community and their family. This loss is incomprehensible. Our hearts go out to the Mahomes and Matthews families, the Kansas City Chiefs organization, and the countless fans around the world who loved them.”

Tributes from Around the World
As news of the tragedy broke, tributes began pouring in from all corners of the globe. Chiefs head coach Andy Reid held back tears during a hastily organized press conference:

“I’ve coached a lot of great players, but Patrick was different. He was a leader, a friend, a son to many of us. His family was his pride. This is a loss that none of us will ever recover from.”
Teammates past and present, including Travis Kelce, Tyreek Hill, and Chris Jones, shared tributes online. “I lost a brother,” Kelce wrote on Instagram. “We built something special together — on the field and off it. Brittany, Sterling, Bronze — you were the soul of his world. Heaven just gained four angels.”