Lea Michele

“I listened to a demo on tape of him singing songs from ‘Spring Awakening’ outside of my middle school before my first audition.”

Lea Michele · said 2026-09-17 · reported 2026-09-19

Lea Michele described listening to a demo tape of Sheik singing songs from Spring Awakening before her first audition for the musical.

“I met Duncan when I was 14 years old,”

Lea Michele · said 2026-09-17 · reported 2026-09-19

Lea Michele wrote on her Instagram Story about meeting Duncan Sheik when she was 14, hours after his mother confirmed his death on Thursday.

“I’m at a loss for words. This one hurts and does not seem real. Thank you for everything you gave us. And for the time we had together. Sending all my love and prayers now to Nora, Ines and Duncan’s family.”

Lea Michele · said 2026-09-17 · reported 2026-09-19

Michele continued her tribute expressing grief and sending love to Duncan Sheik's family.