The Unfulfilled Dream of Saying "I Do"

In a truly heartbreaking twist of fate, before his untimely passing, beloved actor Luke Perry and his fiancée Wendy Madison Bauer were deep into planning their special day. Life had other plans, and we’re left with the bittersweet reality of what could have been. The world was robbed of seeing this beautiful union, but their love story continues to inspire and move us.

A Glimpse Into Their Plans

According to exclusive details obtained by Us Weekly, the couple had already sent out "save the date" cards to their closest family and friends. These elegant cards revealed the date and location of their nuptials—August 17 in Los Angeles. While the notice didn't divulge much more, it assured guests that formal invitations would soon follow. This small glimpse into their plans paints a picture of a couple ready to celebrate their love with the people who mattered most to them.

Wendy Madison Bauer's Heartfelt Words

Following Luke Perry's tragic death at 52, after suffering a massive stroke, Wendy Madison Bauer, aged 44, took a moment to express her gratitude for the overwhelming support from fans and friends alike. In her heartfelt statement, Wendy said, "I want to express my gratitude to everyone for the outpouring of love and support. The countless, heartwarming stories of Luke’s generosity and kindness have been a great source of solace during this difficult time. The past 11½ years with Luke were the happiest years of my life, and I am grateful to have had that time with him. I also want to thank his children, family, and friends for their love and support. We have found comfort in one another and in the knowledge that our lives were touched by an extraordinary man. He will be dearly missed."

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Tributes Pour In

Since the loss of the Riverdale costar, tributes have flowed in from all corners. Among the most poignant was a touching tribute from his daughter Sophie. "A lot has happened in this past week for me," Sophie, 18, captioned a photo of herself alongside her father. "Everything is happening so fast. I made it back from Malawi just in time to be here with my family. And in the past 24 hours, I have received an overwhelming amount of love and support." Luke also left behind a son, Jack, who is 21 years old.

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A lot has happened in this past week for me. Everything is happening so fast. I made it back from Malawi just in time to be here with my family, And in the past 24 hours I have received an overwhelming amount of love and support. I cannot individually respond to the hundreds of beautiful and heartfelt messages, but I see them, and appreciate you all for sending positivity to my family and I. I’m not really sure what to say or do in this situation, it’s something you aren’t ever given a lesson on how to handle, especially when it’s all happening in the public eye. So bear with me and know that I am grateful for all the love. Just, being grateful quietly.
A post shared by Sophie Perry (@lemonperry) on Mar 5, 2019 at 11:57am PST

Sophie continued, "I cannot individually respond to the hundreds of beautiful and heartfelt messages, but I see them and appreciate you all for sending positivity to my family and I. I’m not really sure what to say or do in this situation, it’s something you aren’t ever given a lesson on how to handle, especially when it’s all happening in the public eye. So bear with me and know that I am grateful for all the love. Just, being grateful quietly." These words resonate deeply with anyone who has faced the loss of a loved one under such public scrutiny.

Luke was laid to rest in Dickson, Tennessee, on Monday, March 11. Our thoughts are with his loved ones as they navigate this challenging time.