Louie Tillet Passes

The Cauliflower Alley Club is saddened to learn of the passing of the legendary Louie Tillet (Maurice Michaud).  Mr. Tillet passed on June 26, 2024 in Highlands, North Carolina surrounded by his wife of 52 years and family.

Several of Louie's contemporaries to to social media to express their condolences on his passing.

Les Thatcher:  "So sad to hear that another dear friend & warrior has left us. Louie Tillet was a mentor, talented heel, creative booker, & one hell of a cook! I have faced him in the ring, wrestled for his booking and eaten at his table, & enjoyed his company! Go with God my friend & know that you will be remembered with Love & respect!🙏❤"

Jack Lord: "RIP, Louie Tillet. My trainer and mentor at the beginning of my career. He taught me the business side of our industry, as well as how to take care of myself in the ring. His guidance made all the difference in the success of my career. Rest easy, old friend."

Larry Hamilton Sr.:  "One of the Greatest Wrestlers and Booker in Pro Wrestling. My Heart Is Heavy Today My Dad Louie Tillet in Pro Wrestling Pass. He Has been a Blessing To Me And My Family. Louie Broke Me in To the Business of Pro Wrestling in January of 1980

What a Great Mentor ,Louie introduced Me to Vince MCMan Sr WWWF and boy is this a Story, Louie Made me Wrestle For Every Major Wrestling Promotion. He Booked for the Crocketts,CWF, the Fullers , Japan and the list goes on. Louie Was My Life Long Friend and Dad. 

I Will Never Forget You and Think About You Always. Gods Blessings On Him and his Family."

The Cauliflower Alley Club joins the rest of the professional wrestling world in mourning this pioneering great and extends our sincerest condolences to his wife and family.  The club also wants to send out a particularly big hug to Louie's youngest daughter, Michelle, for thinking to share this very sad news with us at this most difficult time.  May Michelle and the entire family find strength and comfort in the cherished memories that you hold so dear.