Here are letters to Michael, his family, the fans, and just about anything that are in the May 2001 issue of Popstars! in the 3-page tribute to Michael.
I recently heard the news about Michael Cuccione's passing. I am so sad. I can't even imagine how the rest of 2Gether is taking this. I just want the guys of 2Gether and Michael's family and friends to know that I'm thinking about Michael in my prayers. Thanx.
-Elaina
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Before 2Gether: The Movie premiered on MTV, I never knew Michael Cuccione. Since the explosion of the group, he became the shining star in my life. If it was not for him, I might not even pay attention to 2gether as much as I do now. Best wishes to the rest of the guys because I know they're hurting, too, but Michael was one of the best young influential people on this earth. He inspired many people, especially the young ones, to go for their dreams. Not to let an illness or disabilities come between their goals. He was funny and he was smart. He was a charm in our hearts. Until this very hour, "Visualize" will always echo in my mind. His voice and his face will never be forgotten. He was so young and he went too soon. He's no longer suffering. He's flying with the angels and with those eyes of his, he's watching over all of us. If you're giving up and you feel that certain something to make you go on, that would be Michael. He's guiding the ones that love him. For the fans who had never met him, just keep wishing. If you believe within your soul, you will see him every night in your dreams. He will be there. He is already there. It's okay to cry and weep but don't forget to go on with your life. Remember the good things that he had done. He was a great memory. He will always be with you.
-Meendy
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You will always be remembered. I love you, Michael.
-Candy
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I am deeply saddened by the news that Michael Cuccione has died. He seemed like an outstanding guy, and he will be missed. Even though he is not with us today, he lives on in his music and his fans. He will never be forgotten, because his memory will live on in his fans. To the family, you are in my prayers. Never forget what your son did for millions of people. He will be missed.
-Stephanie
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Please visit my Michael Cuccione site. It's called "Michael's Our Angel." There are TONS of entries from fans for Michael's family as well as the guys of 2Gether. I'd love for you to check it out: commited.to/cuccione.
-Marisa
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I loved him so much from afar. Being a big teenybopper in the world today, there are so MANY boy bands and boys on TV to watch and I'm telling you he was one of the ones who stood out to me. I don't know why. I am a huge fan of the Backstreet Boys and I am stubborn. So by the time 2gether came along, I felt like I couldn't accept another boy band in my heart. Yet I loved the show and thought QT was "the hottest guy actually CLOSE to my age in the world!" But then came this horrible news which I really hoped was just a stupid rumor. But it wasn't. It broke my heart. To die so young must be tragic. That is why this event inspired me to live my life to the fullest. I thank Michael for that. He gave us all a lesson that life is too precious to not live to the extreme. I am thanking him in my prayers, along with praying for the recovery of his family.
-Sarah
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All 2Gether fans, even those who aren't, are reaching out on-line and doing things in memory of Michael. I thought it would be a nice gesture if we all did something to show the fans' full support. What I would like to do it put together a "scrapbook" of sorts for his family: letters from the fans, pictures, poems, songs, anything you want. Just something to show the Cucciones how much the fans do care. If youwould like to contribute, please email Kelly at osplendero@aol.com.
-Kelly
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Michael Cuccione meant the world to me. Everything he's been through made me want to live my life to the fullest. Everytime I saw Michael I got this feeling, somewhat like butterflies in your stomach. Michael always brought a smile to my face and a laughter coming from my mouth. I will miss him dearly. I'm keeping Michael and the Cuccione family in my prayers.
-Robyn
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Though I didn't know him, I loved him. I will think of him every time I sing!
-Kristie Ann
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I would like to tell the family that I am sorry to hear that Michael Cuccione died. My grandmother died of cancer of the brain and my mother had it when I was young and she is still living. Then doctors thought I had it and were keeping an eye on it. I understand their pain and I'm sorry.
-Jamie
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I am truly saddened by the news of his passing. I watched 2Gether all the time and loved all the boys. I always wanted to meet all of those boys and tell them that they are fun and interesting people. They turned into a boy band out of mocking boy bands. I will miss him.
-Hannah
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To Michael's family: I just want to say that Michael was truly very talented and I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I loved watching the 2Gether series. He was too cute. He will be missed by everyone.
-Jillian
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Michael was an inspiration to everyone. I'm so sory and I will miss him so much.
-Kristin
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When I found out about his passing, I was crying for a very long time. He was an inspiration to so many people and he still is. His memory will live on. I just wish he was still here with us today. He touched so many people and still will.
-Sara