Patton Oswalt Faces Backlash After Tribute — His Wife’s Compassionate Reply Wins Hearts

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News (2 / 1) 22.04.2026 17:56 / Simo

Salenger’s reply and the family history

Meredith Salenger answered critics with a compassionate message, expressing sorrow for the loss McNamara’s loved ones still feel and showing understanding for their grief. McNamara and Oswalt had married in September 2005 and welcomed daughter Alice in April 2009; McNamara died on April 21, 2016 from an undiagnosed heart condition combined with prescription medications. Oswalt became engaged to Salenger in July 2017 and they married on November 4, 2017. Their engagement drew criticism at the time, prompting a published defense and public discussion about online trolls, therapy, grief and rebuilding a family while honoring the past.