Lea Michele and 'Glee' Stars Tweet Touching Tributes to Cory Monteith
Lea Michele still holds onto her memories of Cory Monteith.
The Glee actress, 27, tweeted a touching message on Sunday about her late boyfriend one year after his tragic death.
She posted a photo of Monteith, where she is nuzzled into his chest and turned away while he is looking at the camera. The pair, who dated for a little over a year after meeting on set in 2009, appeared to be on a beach enjoying the sunset in the photo.
We hold you in our hearts today, and every day we remember your smile. We will love you and miss you always. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/deA4PQUZNz
— Lea Michele (@msleamichele) July 13, 2014
Michele's Twitter message was re-tweeted by Chris Colfer and thousands of others.
Monteith's family and Glee co-stars also took to Twitter to remember the talented actorh. Monteith was found dead in his Vancouver hotel room after an overdose from heroin and alcohol on July 13, 2013. He was 31 at the time of his death.
Matthew Morrison, Dot-Marie Jones, Kevin McHale, Amber Riley, and Jenna Ushkowitz tweeted heartfelt notes about the thespian, who played Finn Hudson, on the hit show.
I personally believe Cory was reborn into some other beautiful form a year ago today. I celebrate him and his life... Wherever that may be.
— Matthew Morrison (@Matt_Morrison) July 13, 2014
AWW TODAY IS A TOUGH DAY! BUT I HOLD IN MY HEART SO MANY BEAUTIFUL & FUN MEMORIES! MISS & LOVE THIS MAN/BOY!🏈😘LOVE U pic.twitter.com/S9SNB8goQg
— Dot-Marie Jones (@dotmariejones) July 13, 2014
It's been 1 whole year & it's still so surreal, but today is just a reminder of how damn great you were and how much you mean to us all. ❤️
— Kevin McHale (@druidDUDE) July 13, 2014
I remember your smile and your warm hugs! 1 year without you and your presence is still felt. Miss and love u everyday big bro 💜 Our Angel
— Amber Patrice Riley (@MsAmberPRiley) July 13, 2014
365 days since you've gone and not a day passes we don't remember your smiling face. We miss you… http://t.co/MBLyRw37kw
— Jenna Ushkowitz (@JennaUshkowitz) July 13, 2014
The show's creator Ryan Murphy also used social media to share a message.
Miss you pic.twitter.com/e89rS8lENB
— Ryan Murphy (@MrRPMurphy) July 13, 2014
While his passing was too soon, it is clear that his memory lives on with his close friends and family.