Photo: Amanda Kloots/InstagramAmanda Kloots, and New York City, are celebratingNick Corderoon his birthday.“Happy 43rd birthday to you Nick,” Klootswrote in a heartfelt Instagram tributeon Friday alongside a carousel of photos of the couple. “It’s really hard to not think about what we would be doing today to celebrate you. I’d probably take you for a really nice steak dinner and have some red velvet cake for dessert with Elvis!“She added, “I hope you are up in heaven having a big party with your Dad and because I’m wishing the best for you, Prince. I’m hoping you’re singing with Prince today!!! Elvis and I will be missing you today as we sing to you from Earth. If you were here I know what you’d say…‘I’m the luckiest man on the planet. I live a blessed life.’ ❤️ I love you forever.“Amanda Kloots/InstagramAlso on Friday, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio declared September 17 “Nick Cordero Day” in honor of the late Broadway star.“I’m completely blown away and I’m sure Nick would be too!” Kloots wrote on Instagram,alongside a videoof the local news announcement about the mayor’s proclamation.Earlier this month, the cast ofWaitressdebuted a special tributeto Cordero, who was one of the show’s original cast members.A brand new pie will be featured on the diner’s menu board, titled the “Live Your Life” pie in honor of the lateNick Cordero, referencing his recorded single — which he had just begun to perform when he died last year due to complications fromCOVID-19. Cordero originated the role of Earl in the 2016 Broadway production.Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.The productionshared a snap of the updated menuon Instagram, writing: “This week, we honored the memory of our beloved cast member Nick Cordero. His wife, @AmandaKloots, visited the diner as we unveiled the sign featuring ‘Live Your Life Pie.’ This special pie name, and moment in the show, will be a permanent part of everyWaitressproduction in the world.“RELATED VIDEO: Amanda Kloots Takes Zach Braff to Broadway Reopening of Waitress, Which Starred Her Late HusbandA representative for the Broadway production tells PEOPLE that a line in the show will reference the “Live Your Life Pie” and that it will be in every production ofWaitress, including its national tour, moving forward.Corderodied last Julyat Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles after a months-long battle with COVID-19, during which he was put on a ventilator andhad to have his leg amputated. He was 41 years old.As information about thecoronavirus pandemicrapidly changes, PEOPLE is committed to providing the most recent data in our coverage. Some of the information in this story may have changed after publication. For the latest on COVID-19, readers are encouraged to use online resources from theCDC,WHOandlocal public health departments.PEOPLE has partnered with GoFundMeto raise money for the COVID-19 Relief Fund, a GoFundMe.org fundraiser to support everything from frontline responders to families in need, as well as organizations helping communities. For more information or to donate, clickhere.
Photo: Amanda Kloots/Instagram
Amanda Kloots, and New York City, are celebratingNick Corderoon his birthday.“Happy 43rd birthday to you Nick,” Klootswrote in a heartfelt Instagram tributeon Friday alongside a carousel of photos of the couple. “It’s really hard to not think about what we would be doing today to celebrate you. I’d probably take you for a really nice steak dinner and have some red velvet cake for dessert with Elvis!“She added, “I hope you are up in heaven having a big party with your Dad and because I’m wishing the best for you, Prince. I’m hoping you’re singing with Prince today!!! Elvis and I will be missing you today as we sing to you from Earth. If you were here I know what you’d say…‘I’m the luckiest man on the planet. I live a blessed life.’ ❤️ I love you forever.“Amanda Kloots/InstagramAlso on Friday, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio declared September 17 “Nick Cordero Day” in honor of the late Broadway star.“I’m completely blown away and I’m sure Nick would be too!” Kloots wrote on Instagram,alongside a videoof the local news announcement about the mayor’s proclamation.Earlier this month, the cast ofWaitressdebuted a special tributeto Cordero, who was one of the show’s original cast members.A brand new pie will be featured on the diner’s menu board, titled the “Live Your Life” pie in honor of the lateNick Cordero, referencing his recorded single — which he had just begun to perform when he died last year due to complications fromCOVID-19. Cordero originated the role of Earl in the 2016 Broadway production.Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.The productionshared a snap of the updated menuon Instagram, writing: “This week, we honored the memory of our beloved cast member Nick Cordero. His wife, @AmandaKloots, visited the diner as we unveiled the sign featuring ‘Live Your Life Pie.’ This special pie name, and moment in the show, will be a permanent part of everyWaitressproduction in the world.“RELATED VIDEO: Amanda Kloots Takes Zach Braff to Broadway Reopening of Waitress, Which Starred Her Late HusbandA representative for the Broadway production tells PEOPLE that a line in the show will reference the “Live Your Life Pie” and that it will be in every production ofWaitress, including its national tour, moving forward.Corderodied last Julyat Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles after a months-long battle with COVID-19, during which he was put on a ventilator andhad to have his leg amputated. He was 41 years old.As information about thecoronavirus pandemicrapidly changes, PEOPLE is committed to providing the most recent data in our coverage. Some of the information in this story may have changed after publication. For the latest on COVID-19, readers are encouraged to use online resources from theCDC,WHOandlocal public health departments.PEOPLE has partnered with GoFundMeto raise money for the COVID-19 Relief Fund, a GoFundMe.org fundraiser to support everything from frontline responders to families in need, as well as organizations helping communities. For more information or to donate, clickhere.
Amanda Kloots, and New York City, are celebratingNick Corderoon his birthday.
“Happy 43rd birthday to you Nick,” Klootswrote in a heartfelt Instagram tributeon Friday alongside a carousel of photos of the couple. “It’s really hard to not think about what we would be doing today to celebrate you. I’d probably take you for a really nice steak dinner and have some red velvet cake for dessert with Elvis!”
She added, “I hope you are up in heaven having a big party with your Dad and because I’m wishing the best for you, Prince. I’m hoping you’re singing with Prince today!!! Elvis and I will be missing you today as we sing to you from Earth. If you were here I know what you’d say…‘I’m the luckiest man on the planet. I live a blessed life.’ ❤️ I love you forever.”
Amanda Kloots/Instagram
Also on Friday, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio declared September 17 “Nick Cordero Day” in honor of the late Broadway star.
“I’m completely blown away and I’m sure Nick would be too!” Kloots wrote on Instagram,alongside a videoof the local news announcement about the mayor’s proclamation.
Earlier this month, the cast ofWaitressdebuted a special tributeto Cordero, who was one of the show’s original cast members.
A brand new pie will be featured on the diner’s menu board, titled the “Live Your Life” pie in honor of the lateNick Cordero, referencing his recorded single — which he had just begun to perform when he died last year due to complications fromCOVID-19. Cordero originated the role of Earl in the 2016 Broadway production.
Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.
The productionshared a snap of the updated menuon Instagram, writing: “This week, we honored the memory of our beloved cast member Nick Cordero. His wife, @AmandaKloots, visited the diner as we unveiled the sign featuring ‘Live Your Life Pie.’ This special pie name, and moment in the show, will be a permanent part of everyWaitressproduction in the world.”
RELATED VIDEO: Amanda Kloots Takes Zach Braff to Broadway Reopening of Waitress, Which Starred Her Late Husband
A representative for the Broadway production tells PEOPLE that a line in the show will reference the “Live Your Life Pie” and that it will be in every production ofWaitress, including its national tour, moving forward.
Corderodied last Julyat Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles after a months-long battle with COVID-19, during which he was put on a ventilator andhad to have his leg amputated. He was 41 years old.
As information about thecoronavirus pandemicrapidly changes, PEOPLE is committed to providing the most recent data in our coverage. Some of the information in this story may have changed after publication. For the latest on COVID-19, readers are encouraged to use online resources from theCDC,WHOandlocal public health departments.PEOPLE has partnered with GoFundMeto raise money for the COVID-19 Relief Fund, a GoFundMe.org fundraiser to support everything from frontline responders to families in need, as well as organizations helping communities. For more information or to donate, clickhere.
source: people.com
