Pearl Jam was recently performing in Philadelphia when their lead singer, Eddie Vedder, paused the show and made a lovely tribute to the Gaudreau brothers.
The tragic loss of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau has seen an outpouring of love and support overwhelm the world. A week after the tragic passing of the two brothers, tributes continue to pour in from every corner.
Perhaps one of the most touching moments occurred this past Saturday when Pearl Jam performed at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia. While performing, its lead singer Eddie Vedder took some emotional time out to speak about the sadness of the loss of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau. He explained that this tragedy hit close to home, as he had lost his brother just five years prior.
In one of the most powerful moments of tribute, Vedder dedicated the next song to Johnny and Matthew, holding up their jerseys to their memory. The honor given to lives taken far too soon shook them profoundly.