After Jack Hughes lost several teeth in a brutal on-ice collision, his mom Ellen responded with just six quiet words

Jack Hughes went viral after scoring the winning goal for Team USA at the 2026 Olympics, and for losing a couple of teeth during the victory.

The photo of his wide gap-filled smile has quickly become iconic, especially since he was wrapped in the American flag. Now, his mother, Ellen Hughes, and his brother, Quinn Hughes, are reacting to his tooth loss. Ellen Hughes and Jack’s dad, Jim Hughes, appeared on the TODAY Show on February 24. Team USA men’s hockey is expected to attend the State of the Union address on February 24.

According to People, Jim Hughes and Ellen Weinberg-Hughes “share three sons: Quinn, Jack, and Luke.” All three play professional hockey. Quinn and Jack played on the Olympic team, and Luke is a player for the New Jersey Devils.

Jack Hughes’ Mom, Ellen Hughes, Says He Has Lost Teeth Before: ‘He Has Such an Infectious Smile’

Jack Hughes has lost teeth before, but his mother admitted it can be difficult to watch.