British singer George Michael, who became a pop sensation of the 1980s with Wham, breathed his last at his home in England on 25 December.
His publicist confirmed the news stating that he passed away peacefully at his residence over the Christmas period and that the family needed time to recover the loss. “The family would ask that their privacy be respected at this difficult and emotional time. There will be no further comment at this stage,” the statement said.
However, the cause of the death has not yet been ascertained. George Michael has been known for some of the most iconic numbers including, “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go”, “Careless Whisper” and the “Edge of heaven”.
After being arrested for a lewd act in a public restroom Michael came out as gay in the late 1990s while asserting that he had no qualms about accepting his sexuality.
The news of his demise has sent shockwaves across the world with people mourning the death of the legendary singer.
Truly the #LastChristmas RIP George Michael.
— Pankaj Kapoor (@Pankaj2kapoor) December 26, 2016
2016 seems to go out with a bang. I mean wtf? George Michael? Really, 2016??
— J-P goes to Broadway (@JayPee3010) December 26, 2016
Dear 2016, this does it for me. This year has been THE WORST, and you clearly saved the worst for last I… https://t.co/0apg6b2H2Q
— Saasha Karunarathne (@SaashaSanari) December 26, 2016
well last christmas george michael gave his heart to someone that gave it away but this year he gave it to jesus RIP George
— merry madolyn _ (@mgcasey99) December 26, 2016
Rest in paradise George Michael 🙁 he’ll never gonna dance again :/
— ± (@VoiceOfSound14) December 26, 2016
George Michael has passed away at 53. Hopefully that’s the last of bad news for this year. Legend and icon.
— //whispers (@GoddammitAlex) December 26, 2016
George Michael passing is real sad. Way too young. “Last Christmas” just won’t feel the same anymore. RIP
— Jazz Moon (@threebluboys7) December 26, 2016
Absolutely devastated and heartbroken at the news about George michael. RIP beautiful. Sing for the angels
— Julie Johnson (@Julesjohnson44) December 26, 2016
Man dont even know where to begin, Faith was first cassette tape I bought in the 80s as a kid. Prince, Bowie, now George Michael. Rip 2016
— josh cantrell (@joshbile) December 26, 2016
As though all the losses of the year was not enough, George Michael passes too. It’s getting depressing. RIP George Michael.
— ashiq mohd tajudeen (@ashiq816) December 26, 2016
Rest in Peace George Michael!
