He sadly died at the age of 74 on January 20, 2022 (perMLive.comandThe New York Times).
“The grief I feel over the loss of my husband is gut-wrenching,” Aday toldPeoplein a statement.
“I was lying close to Michael when he took his last breath and my sadness is beyond words.
I’ve always called him by his given name because I didn’t see him as ‘Meat.’
I feel much gratitude for the outpouring of love I have received from around the world.”
From the day we met, he was my world and I loved him.
Not a day that we didn’t hug each other."
“I waited until later in life to get married because I was waiting for the right man.
And oh boy, was heeverthe right man for me!”
Aday revealed in the statement toPeople.
“I realize how blessed I am to have shared my life with such an incredible person.
I will miss hearing that.”
He was my best friend, my confidant, my lover and I miss him terribly already.
I will love you forever, Michael."
