Former hockey player Nic Kerdiles, who was previously engaged to "Chrisley Knows Best" star Savannah Chrisley, tragically died in a motorcycle crash early Saturday morning in Nashville, Tennessee. The Metropolitan Nashville Police Department stated that the 29-year-old motorcycle rider was identified as Kerdiles and lost his life after colliding with an SUV. According to a statement provided to NBC News affiliate WSMV of Nashville, the preliminary investigation revealed that Kerdiles was driving his Indian Motorcycle west on Wheless Street when he failed to stop at a stop sign and struck the driver's side of a BMW.

Authorities swiftly rushed Kerdiles to Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead later that day. The driver of the BMW stopped at the scene, and there were no indications of impairment from either motorist. As a result, no charges were expected. It is worth noting that just hours before the tragic accident, Kerdiles had shared an Instagram story of a person wearing a helmet posing on an Indian motorcycle with the caption, "Night rider."

Before his untimely passing, Kerdiles had a successful career in the National Hockey League (NHL) after being drafted by the Anaheim Ducks in 2012. The Ducks honored him with a heartfelt tribute, acknowledging his accomplishment of becoming the first player from Orange County to play for the team in 2017. They expressed their deep condolences to his family and loved ones in a post on social media.

Following his hockey career, Kerdiles shifted his focus to the real estate industry. However, he gained additional attention when he got engaged to Savannah Chrisley, a prominent figure on the reality television show "Chrisley Knows Best." The couple's proposal was even captured on the USA Network show four years ago. Despite their plans to marry, they announced their split in September 2020.

Savannah Chrisley, devastated by the loss of her former fiance, expressed her grief on Instagram, writing, "Heaven gained the most beautiful angel today. I miss you and I love you." These heartfelt words accompanied a photo commemorating their time together. Both USA Network and NBC News, which are entities of NBCUniversal, have connections to the couple and the tragic event.

Nic Kerdiles, a talented athlete and beloved individual, leaves behind a grieving family, including his parents, Michel Kerdiles and Nathalie De Larminat-Kerdiles, as well as two sisters. The news of his passing has sent shockwaves through the sports and entertainment communities, leaving friends, fans, and loved ones mourning the loss of a truly remarkable individual.