Michele was born October 13, 1965 in Columbia, Mississippi. She was the oldest of three to Robert and Maggie Strode. Preceding her in death was her mother, Maggie Strode.
Michele accepted the Lord as her Savior at a young age through baptism. She was a faithful woman of Christ and was a member of St. John Missionary Baptist Church for over 40 years.
From a very early age, Michele Rene was a performer, she was truly a raw talent and always stayed camera ready. Her passion for literature and theatre was what led her to the stage. She was a writer, poet, actress, singer and speech enthusiast. She traveled around the country gracing her gifts upon each stage she touched. Michele was fortunate to be in plays, television and even on the big screen. She's also had many of her self-written stage plays produced. When she wasn't spending her time in the world of theatre, her life was filled with much love and adoration for her three beautiful dau: Ashley, Whitney and Savanah. She raised them all to be strong and to always be true to themselves.