Colette Montague was the partner and guardian of comedian Michael Lehrer before his death in January 2023. Not much is known about her publicly. However, we did some digging and found out about her music career, her ex-husband and her age.
Keep scrolling down to know more about it.
Meet Colette Montague, Comedian Partner of Michael Lehrer
The late comedian Michael Lehrer’s partner started a GoFundMe after the comedian’s death. According to GoFundMe, he died on January 17, 2023 after a 7-year battle with ALS. A description of the fundraiser reads, “She wants her son Colin to be financially sound when he leaves this world. Please help honor Michael and show him how much we love him by making sure his son can be safe for a while.”
Colette also spoke Chicago Sun-Times tell, “Michael died with dignity on his own terms … Medical assistance in dying was the most difficult decision he has ever made.”
The ALS Association describes amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) as “an often 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 neurological diagnosis in 2017, the performer—a member of the band The Second City—continued to work. According to Deadline, Lehrer has given a wheelchair-accessible performance at a club in Austin, Texas, and has discussed his health issues during his performance and on the Kill Tony podcast.
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 he worked with on The Second City, both paid tribute to their late colleague on social media.
Four original sketch revues were produced with help from Michael, including Sky’s The Limit (Weather Permitting), which won a Jeff Award for Best Revue. He also participated in brand extensions in Las Vegas and on Norwegian Cruise Line, as well as The Second City Touring Company. He has also contributed to the Big Ten Tailgate and Sports Action Teams and is active in iO Chicago, Brooklyn Brewery Comedy Tour and Chicago Underground Comedy.
Are Michael Lehrer And Colette Montague Married?
No, Michael Lehrer and Colette Montague (Battaglia’s maiden name) were married at the time of his death. However, Colette was previously married to her ex-husband Julian Montague. Julian who turns 49 in March 2022 is an artist, graphic designer, illustrator and photographer based in Buffalo, NY. He uses his design, illustration and photography skills in a series of art projects that explore the peripheral features of domestic and urban environments.
Julian is best known for a project where he developed a classification system for errant 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, BBC World Service, and more.
Additionally, he has works in the collections of the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, Martin Z. Margulies, and Progressive Insurance Company, as well as many private collections.
Julian has worked 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. A decade of independent practice has allowed him to work on a variety of projects. He has designed logos, posters, brochures, packaging, books, catalogs and websites.
Additionally, 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 2013 National Silver Addy Award winner for the State of America print series.
Colette Montague And Michael Lehrer Children
No, Colette Montague and Michael Lehrer do not share a child. But, Michael has a son named Colin Heaton. Not much about his son at this time.
How Old Is Colette Montague?
Colette Montague was born in February 1971. She is now 51 years old.
The work of Colette Montague
According to Colette Montague’s Facebook, she is a musician in Small Smalls. His introduction to music was when he picked up the bass, keyboard and guitar at the age of 17. Now, he is a founding member of Lo-fi synth-poppers Small Small based in Buffalo. He created every song for Small Small. Everything Small Small‘ musical composition was done by David Borden, Stephen Malczewski, and Colette Montague.
Most of the songs were 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. In addition, 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 called Tigers Are Strong.
Related FAQs
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Where is Colette Montague from?
Colette Montague is from Buffalo, New York. He currently resides in Los Angeles, California.
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Is Colette Montague On Instagram?
No, Colette Montague doesn’t seem to be on Instagram. However, you can see it on Facebook (@things.can.only.get.worse).
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When Is Colette Montague’s Birthday?
Colette Montague celebrates her birthday on February 15.
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