About that…Michael reportedly gets a one-on-one date with Katie on episode 3, where he opens up about losing his wife to cancer. While Michael has quietly flown under the radar so far, spoilers say that’s about to change. Here’s what you need to know about Michael’s backstory and the loss of his wife.
All About Michael Allio Bachelorette
Where is Michael Allio from?
Akron, Ohio.
What is Michael Allio’s job?
According to his LinkedIn, Allio is the founder and managing partner of ALLSTERA. The company’s “mission is to deliver quality and affordable sanitation consumer products and personal protective equipment to individuals, companies and organizations of all size.”
What was Michael Allio’s wife’s name?
Michael’s wife’s name was Laura Ritter-Allio. Michael founded a nonprofit called The L4 Project in Laura’s honor, where he called her the love of his life.
Who was Laura Ritter-Allio?
Michael shared a lot about Laura on The L4 Project website. The two met while studying at Loyola University Chicago and married in 2012. They had their son, Michael, on September 9, 2016. Laura enjoyed cooking, hiking, visiting Loreto, Mexico, golfing, “simple moments at home, and entertaining the company of the friends and family who made their lives so full,” her bio reads. “Philanthropy was also a passion of Laura’s and she channeled this into any opportunity that provided her the chance to give back to the Akron community she so loved,” it adds.
How did Michael Allio’s wife die?
Laura was diagnosed with breast cancer in April 2017. Laura gave regular updates on social media about her condition after her diagnosis and created a community of people, survivors, advocates, and followers.
When did Michael Allio’s wife die?
Laura died from cancer in 2019, two years after her diagnosis. Michael included this sweet note in Laura’s bio: “Rest In Peace Munchkin. I told you I’d do something great for ya:).”
Did Michael Allio and his wife divorce?
No, Michael and Laura did not divorce. They were married at the time of her death in 2019.
What has Michael Allio said about his wife?
Michael has shared a lot on Instagram about Laura, and about grieving her loss. He wrote this tear-jerking message in September 2020 to honor their son James’ 4th birthday: “Trust me when I say this…your beautiful mother, our magnificent angel, is so incredibly proud of you. She tells me this all the time.”
Does Katie Thurston pick Michael Allio?
It doesn’t seem like Katie and Michael end up together. Katie’s top four includes Blake Moynes, Greg Grippo, Justin Glaze, and Andrew Spencer, according to Reality Steve. It’s not clear right now when Michael exits the show, but Reality Steve said that his departure has something to do with his son. “Michael lasts long this season,” he wrote. “I don’t know any of the exact details regarding his departure, I just know either Katie sends him home to be with his son or he wants to leave because of it. I believe he makes it to the episode before hometowns.” Spoilers: Who does Katie Thurston pick? Click here!
