Colette Montague was the partner and caregiver of comedian Michael Lehrer before he passed away in January 2023. Not much is known about her publicly. However, we did some digging up and learned about her music career, her ex-husband, and her age.
Keep scrolling down below to learn more about her.
Meet Colette Montague, Late Comedian Michael Lehrer Partner
Late comedian Michael Lehrer’s partner started a GoFundMe after the comedian’s untimely death. According to GoFundMe, he passed away on 17 January 2023 after a 7-year battle with ALS. The description on the fundraiser read, “He wanted his son, Colin to be ok financially when he left this world. Please help honor Michael and show him how much we loved him by making sure his son can be secure for a while.”
Colette who also spoke to Chicago Sun-Times told, “Michael died with dignity on his own terms … Medical aid in dying was the hardest decision he ever made.”
ALS Association describes amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is “an always fatal neurodegenerative disease in which a person’s brain loses connection with the muscles.” The disease usually strikes those between the ages of 40 and 70, and those affected will “lose their ability to walk, talk, eat, and eventually breathe.”
After receiving a diagnosis of the neurological disease in 2017, the performer—a member of The Second City troupe—kept up with his work. According to Deadline, Lehrer has given wheelchair-accessible performances in clubs in Austin, Texas, and had discussed his health struggles both during his performances and on the podcast Kill Tony.
In 2014, Lehrer appeared in the New Faces of Comedy program at the Just for Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal. Chris Witaske and Tawny Newsome, two actors who worked with him at The Second City, both paid tribute to their late coworker on social media.
Four original sketch revues were produced with help from Michael, including Sky’s The Limit (Weather Permitting), which won the Jeff Award for Best Revue. He also participated in the brand’s extensions in Las Vegas and on Norwegian Cruise Lines, as well as The Second City Touring Company. He had also contributed to BTN’s Big Ten Tailgate and Sports Action Team and was active in iO Chicago, Brooklyn Brewery Comedy Tour, and Chicago Underground Comedy.
Were Michael Lehrer And Colette Montague Married?
No, Michael Lehrer and Colette Montague (maiden name Battaglia) were married at the time of his death. However, Colette was previously married to her ex-husband Julian Montague. Julian who turned 49 in March 2022 is a Buffalo, N.Y.-based artist, graphic designer, illustrator, and photographer. He employs his design, illustration, and photography skills in a series of art projects that explore the peripheral features of the domestic and urban environment.
Julian is best known for a project in which he developed a system of classification for stray shopping carts. His book, The Stray Shopping Carts of Eastern North America: A Guide to Field Identification, was published in 2006 by Abrams Books. His work has also received attention from Artnews, Art in America, Frieze, New York Magazine, The New York Times, The Toronto Star, the BBC World Service, and many others.
Moreover, he has pieces in the collections of the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, Martin Z. Margulies, and the Progressive Insurance Company, as well as numerous private collections.
Julian has been working in graphic design since 1998. From 2001 to 2006 he served as art director for First Hand Learning, Inc., a company that develops and markets science education materials. His decade long freelance practice has allowed him to work on a wide range of projects. He has designed logos, posters, brochures, packaging, books, catalogs and websites.
Furthermore, his work has been featured in several books including design historian Steven Heller’s The Design Entrepreneurs (Rockport Press, 2008), Typography Sketchbooks (Princeton Architectural Press, 2011) and Gestalten’s Fully Booked: Ink on Paper (2013). He is also the winner of a 2013 National Silver Addy Award for his State of America print series.
Colette Montague And Michael Lehrer Children
No, Colette Montague and Michael Lehrer didn’t share any children. But, Michael had a son named Colin Heaton. There isn’t much about his son at this moment.
How Old Is Colette Montague?
Colette Montague was born in February 1971. She is currently 51 years old.
Colette Montague Job
According to Colette Montague’s Facebook, she is a musician at Small Smalls. Her introduction to music was when she picked bass, keyboards, and guitar at age 17. Now, she is a member founder of Lo-fi synth-poppers Small Smalls based in Buffalo. She composed every song for Small Smalls. All of Small Smalls‘ musical compositions were done by David Borden, Stephen Malczewski, and Colette Montague.
Most of the songs are recorded at HiLo Studio (Eden, NY). They have released an album titled Things Can Only Get Worse. Their music is available on Spotify and Apple Music. Moreover, they also have Instagram (@small__smalls), Facebook (@smallsmallsband), Twitter (@small_smalls), and YouTube.
The band was originally formed by Steve and Colette in 2012 as a duo named Tigers Are Strong.
Related FAQs
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Where Is Colette Montague From?
Colette Montague is originally from Buffalo, New York. She is currently residing in Los Angeles, California.
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Is Colette Montague On Instagram?
No, Colette Montague doesn’t appear to be on Instagram. However, you can see her on Facebook (@things.can.only.get.worse).
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When Is Colette Montague Birthday?
Colette Montague celebrates her birthday on 15 February.
