R.I.P. George Michael...
Pop superstar and ex Wham! George michael died in his home and was found dead on December 25, 2016. According to his publicist, George "passed away peacefully" on Christmas Day in Goring, Oxfordshire. His manager, Michael Lippman, said he had died of heart failure.
Michael's family announced news of his death in a statement issued through the singer's publicist:
It is with great sadness that we can confirm our beloved son, brother and friend George passed away peacefully at home over the Christmas period. The family would ask that their privacy be respected at this difficult and emotional time. There will be no further comment at this stage.
South Central Ambulance Service were called to Michael's property. Thames Valley Police also attended and Michael was confirmed dead at the scene. They explained that at this stage the death is being treated as unexplained but not suspicious and a post-mortem will be undertaken in due course.
Many froiends, colleagues and other music stars remembered Michael via social media:
Heartbroken at the loss of my beloved friend Yog. Me, his loved ones, his friends, the world of music, the world at large. 4ever loved. A xx https://t.co/OlGTm4D9O6
— Andrew Ridgeley (@ajridgeley) December 26, 2016
God didn't give it, you did my old friend.
— Andrew Ridgeley (@ajridgeley) December 26, 2016
Cleft with grief.
A xx https://t.co/yPzbB3rDGE
Farewell My Friend! 🙏🏻 Another Great Artist leaves us. 💔Can 2016 Fuck Off NOW? pic.twitter.com/aEGIUNSJbt
— Madonna (@Madonna) December 26, 2016
George ? George Michael ? No ... it cannot be. Beyond sad. #RIPGeorgeMichael Bri
— Dr. Brian May (@DrBrianMay) December 25, 2016
Unbelievable.
— Ricky Gervais (@rickygervais) December 25, 2016
RIP George Michael.
2016 - loss of another talented soul. All our love and sympathy to @GeorgeMichael's family. pic.twitter.com/3h4xqEDXR9
— Duran Duran (@duranduran) December 25, 2016
Oh no. George Michael RIP.
— Gary Numan (@numanofficial) December 25, 2016
I don't have it in me anymore to write about our greats. I just knew one day I'd get to work with #GeorgeMichael. Sad Christmas.
— ?st (@questlove) December 25, 2016
Stunned. George Michael. A talented and gentle soul. May you rest in Gods love and Peace 🙏🏿 #RIPGeorgeMichael
— MC HAMMER e/acc (@MCHammer) December 26, 2016
You have given the #world an amazing gift! What a #talent! What a #loss! We will continue to love you! #RIP George Michael! 🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/plb7KjXOaP
— La Toya Jackson (@latoyajackson) December 26, 2016
Very sad to hear that George Michael passed. He was a very talented musician and singer. Love & mercy to his family, friends and fans.
— Brian Wilson (@BrianWilsonLive) December 25, 2016
So sorry to hear of the passing of George Michael. My prayers and condolences go out to his family, friends and fans.
— Gloria Gaynor (@gloriagaynor) December 25, 2016
RIP George Michael pic.twitter.com/AIOXYPYyzE
— Ryan Adams (@TheRyanAdams) December 25, 2016