| Name | Michael Galeotti |
| Date of Birth | August 28, 1984 |
| Aged | 31 |
| Place of Birth | Long Island, New York, USA |
| Height (m) | 1.82 |
| Profession | Actor, Musician |
| Ex-Wife | Bethany Joy Lenz |
Michael Galeotti was a talented musician and actor who was known as the ex-husband of popular actress Bethany Joy Lenz.
Michael was born on August 28, 1984, and started his career at a very young age after making an appearance in the 2004 Disney television show titled “The Jersey.” He was also known as a popular keyboardist for his indie rock band, Enation.
In this article, we will discuss his early life, career, relationship, children, and the cause of his death.
Michael Galeotti’s Early Life and Career
Michael Galeotti was born and raised in Long Island, New York, United States. His father, Mike Galeotti, owned a small business known as Galeotti’s Wine Cellar, while his mother, Sheila Galeotti, worked as a high school teacher.
You can say Michael grew up in a middle-class family, and this contributed to his early passion for music. He started following his dream career in music in 2002 by joining the indie rock band Enation, just after graduating high school.
The band was established in 2003 by brothers Richard Lee and Jonathan Jackson, and Michael was very instrumental in its growth as he was the band’s keyboardist.
After a smooth start to his musical career, Michael Galeotti decided to also go into acting. He made his first appearance in the 2004 Disney show titled “The Jersey.”
The show was based on a book series by Gordon Korman, a Canadian author of children’s and young adult fiction books.
Personal Life: Marriage to Bethany Joy Lenz and Daughter’s Birth
Michael Galeotti got married to Bethany Joy Lenz on December 31, 2005. Bethany Joy Lenz is a popular American actress and singer-songwriter who is known for her role as Haley James Scott. In the television drama titled “One Tree Hill,” the show ran from 2003 to 2012.
Bethany Joy Lenz continued her musical career even after getting married. One of her songs, “Halo,” was featured on the second volume of the One Tree Hill soundtrack.
Michael and Bethany welcomed their daughter, Maria Rose Galeotti, on February 23, 2011. Shortly after the birth of their daughter, the couple went through a faze, which led to their divorce in March 2012.
Although they ended their marriage after six years, they still found a way to raise their daughter with the love she deserves.
Michael Galeotti’s Life After Divorce
After the couple went their separate ways, Michael Galeotti started to have some struggles and issues with alcoholism. This led to his multiple arrests for driving under the influence (DUI).
According to reports, his health declined with his addiction, and this made conditions like high cholesterol, diverticulitis, and hypertension worse.
Michael Galeotti’s death
Michael Galeotti was found lifeless in his apartment on January 11, 2016. According to the autopsy reports, Michael Galeotti’s cause of death was atherosclerotic heart disease.
He was only 31 years old at the time, and the news of his passing touched the hearts of friends, family, and well-wishers.
Michael is remembered for his contribution to the entertainment industry as an actor and musician.
FAQs
Why did Bethany Joy Lenz change her name?
Bethany Joy Lenz changed her name from Lenz to Galeotti when she got married to Michael Galeotti and back to Lenz after their divorce.
Who is Joy Lenz’s ex-husband?
Joy Lenz’s ex-husband was Michael Galeotti, a musician and actor. Michael and Lenz divorced in 2012. They have a daughter together.
Ojibe Izuchukwu is a Nigerian student with a passion for media reporting and content writing.
