Michael Stein Americas Got Talent Death, How Did the AGT Producer Die?

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AGT has lost a family member. America’s Got Talent producer Michael Stein is dead at 32 years old. Stein, a producer for America’s Got Talent, was honored in a tribute on the January 15, 2024, episode of America’s Got Talent: Fantasy League, a spin-off of AGT where judges Simon Cowell, Mel B, Heidi Klum, and Howie Mandel serve as mentors for a set of acts. Terry Crews hosts the series.

Stein was born on January 10, 1991, and died on December 23, 2023, weeks before his 33rd birthday. “Michael was known for his generous nature and his quick smile. He was always ready to give of himself and to share his experience and knowledge. Michael was loved by so many and will be forever missed by his family and friends,” his obituary read on Tri-Lakes funeral & Cremation’s website.

So who was Michael Stein on America’s Got Talent? Read on for more about Michael Stein’s death before America’s Got Talent: Fantasy League and his legacy with AGT.

Who is Michael Stein from America’s Got Talent?

Who is Michael Stein from America’s Got Talent? Stein was a producer on America’s Got Talent and reviewed auditions for the show, according to Distractify. He also worked with casting on shows like American Idol and Glee. Along with working as a producer on America’s Got Talent, Stein was also professional dancer and served as backup dancer for artists like Britney Spears on her 2018 Piece of Me Las Vegas Residency. He also danced for artists like Kylie Minogue, Jennifer Lopez, Little Mix, and Dove Cameron.

“Michael graduated early from high school and attended the EDGE Performing Arts Center in Hollywood as a dance scholarship student. His success there propelled him into the entertainment field, starting out as a professional dancer,” Stein’s obituary read on Tri-Lakes Funeral & Cremation’s website. “His career included performing with various stars like Idina Menzel, Taye Diggs, Kylie Minogue and Jennifer Lopez. He worked as a dancer in industrials and on many TV shows, to include CSI, Lucifer, and Glee.”

The obituary continued, “One of the highlights of his dance career was performing as a Dance Captain for Britney Spears Piece of Me residency in Las Vegas and travelling all over the world on her tour. He loved connecting with the audiences as he performed throughout the world. Michael’s performing experience allowed him to branch out and teach dance, choreograph dance pieces, and produce videos. His talents were known in Australia, China, and New Zealand as well as Los Angeles.”

The obituary also noted Stein’s work on America’s Got Talent and his specialty in dance. “Before his untimely death, Michael worked as a producer on NBC’s America’s Got Talent,” the obituary read. “His job included reviewing auditions recommending talent for casting, and assisting in the production of the shows. He was especially sought out for his expertise on dance production.”

Stein shared a photo of him and Spears in 2021 with the caption, “Love you!! @britneyspears.” He captioned another post with her in 2020, “A #wcw to @britneyspears an icon, a legend, and it’s her birthday!!!! I love you B, and I’m so thankful for all the years I was able to spend with you! You are a Rockstar!!!”

One of Stein’s last posts on his Instagram was a photo of him reviewing auditions for America’s Got Talent. “That’s a Wrap….. for now #AGT #agtauditions,” he captioned a photo of him in front of America’s Got Talent‘s logo.

How did Michael Stein die from America’s Got Talent?

How did Michael Stein die from America’s Got Talent? Stein died on December 23, 2023. He was 32 years old. According to his obituary on Tri-Lakes funeral & Cremation’s website, Stein died of a “short illness” and was surrounded by his immediate family when he passed.

His death was announced on January 10, 2024 — what would have been his 33rd birthday — by his partner, Kaylie Yee. “01.10.91 – 12.23.23 I’m not sure I could ever find the perfect words to summarise what Michael meant to me. As tears roll down my face, all I can think about is the incredibly huge hole that is left in all of us knowing that he is no longer here,” Yee captioned a series of photos of Stein.

She continued, “10 years of adventure, laughs, love and living out our dreams in LA together. He got to travel the world doing what he loved; dancing, choreographing, creating, videoing, assisting people he absolutely adored and looked up to…and I know he loved every minute of it.

He was my best friend, the Wall-E to my Eve, and was always the first person to give me that extra push of courage and confidence in myself when I needed it. And for those closest to him, he was brutally honest, even when we didn’t want to hear it. A true friend.”

Yee went on to write about her favorite memories with Stein before wishing him a happy 33rd birthday. “I’ll forever be grateful for all of it. Especially, for the best decision we ever made together…our baby boy, our bear, Bulleit,” she wrote. “With all of the beautiful moments, of course there were hard times, but he never lost his passion for LA or his dedication to the industry. This is what he was always sure about and what I admired most of all.”

She continued, “Michael, in honour of you, I promise to never give up, to keep fighting for the dream and to keep living for the best moments in life. Today is your day. Today we celebrate you. Happy Birthday. @michaelstein91.”

America’s Got Talent is available to stream on Peacock.

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