Michelle McNamara, wife of comedian Patton Oswalt, passes away at 46

Actor Patton Oswalt's wife Michelle McNamara has died aged 46. The 'Ratatouille' star's spouse of 11 years passed away in her sleep at her home in Los Angeles, according to the comedian's publicist Kevin McLaughlin, reported CNN online. The reason for her death is not yet known but Kevin said, "(It) was a complete shock to her family and friends, who loved her dearly." Stars have taken to social media to share the condolences and pay tribute to Michelle, who leaves behind the couple's seven-year-old daughter Alice, and her family. 'Arrested Development' star Will Arnett expressed his deep sadness for Oswalt, and wrote on Twitter, "My heart goes out to @pattonoswalt and his family. We love you man." And fellow comedian John Mulaney penned, "Everything

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