John Elway Withdrawn After Longtime Agent Dies in Golf Cart Accident

John Elway is deeply mourning the loss of his longtime friend, agent, and business partner Jeff Sperbeck, who died in a golf cart accident in April 2025. Sperbeck fell from a golf cart Elway was driving at the Madison Club in La Quinta, California, and died from blunt head trauma after being on life support for several days. The Riverside County Sheriff's Office concluded the incident was a tragic accident with no criminal activity or charges against Elway. Despite this ruling, Elway remains very upset and withdrawn, a significant change from his usual upbeat and social demeanor. Elway has publicly expressed his devastation and extended his sympathies to Sperbeck's family, highlighting the profound impact Sperbeck had on his life and business ventures, including their joint winery, 7Cellars. The released 911 call shows Elway immediately sought help after the accident, underscoring the tragic nature of the event.