Michael Kelcourse, star of Bravo’s Southern Charm, has sadly passed away. Michael appeared on the reality show alongside Patricia Altschul and Whitney Sudler-Smith. After suffering a stroke three years ago, Michael moved to Florida to be closer to his family. This October he died in Sarasota at the age of 71.
Southern Charm fans came to love Patricia’s butler, Michael, for his great sense of humor and “fatherly” nature. He referred to himself and Patricia as the “parents” of the cast. He was more than a staff member to Patricia, who writes that he was a “trusted friend” and “confidant” to her.
Michael Kelcourse died ‘peacefully’
Weeks after Patricia shared an update on Michael’s health, the Southern Charm butler sadly passed away. Michael suffered a second stroke this fall, according to a post shared by Patricia on October 7.
Micheal celebrated his 71st birthday on October 13 and in Patricia’s recent Instagram post, she let her fans know that they could “send him cards” and provide an address.
In Patricia’s most recent post, detailing Michael’s death, he said he was “touched” by the number of cards he received from fans.
She writes: “Over the past two weeks, you have been deeply moved by the incredible amount of cards and well wishes from fans. “They told me there were hundreds and they brought him immense joy during his last days.”
Patricia took to IG on October 23 to share the sad news of Michael’s passing: “It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Michael, who left us yesterday morning in Sarasota. More than just a devoted butler, he was a trusted friend, confidant and member of our family for more than 20 years.”
She tells how his “humor and kindness” made him a “fan favorite” on Southern Charm.
Patricia adds that she will “dedicate this week to remembering Michael” and tells her followers: “I know he meant a lot to many of you, just like he did to us. “We will miss him very much.”
Whitney Sudler-Smith also paid tribute to Michael following the news of his passing.
On Instagram, he wrote: “RIP Michael Kelcourse aka “Michael the Butler”, a family member and a true legend. We will miss you.”
Patricia and Michael ‘looked after each other’
Over the years on Southern Charm, the bond between Michael and Patrcia became clear.
Speaking on the Southern Charm After Show six years ago, Michael said: “When she was sick, I took care of her and when I was sick, she took care of me.”
Patricia explained the “level of trust” she and Michael had, explaining that he is “the only person she will allow to bring her coffee in the morning.”
She says: “I don’t get out of bed until 10, 11… I won’t let anyone else in my room except Michael.
“I think that shows the level of confidence a woman has in letting another man see her first thing in the morning.”
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