I met Michael in 1994 in Miami. He was friends with my boss, Kerry Simon and came in for dinner with Helena. I had been a fan for years, so my boss brought Michael into my pastry shop so I could meet him. Michael was very kind and complementary of my desserts. Needless to say the feeling was mutual. It was a kick to receive praise from someone I admired so much for his own talents. He will always be a music icon to me and a gentleman.