George Michael dies age 53 on Christmas Day 2016

The singer George Michael has died peacefully at his home. The Wham star and famous solo artist was 53 years old. PA Thames Valley Police said that officers were called a property in Oxfordshire just before 2pm on Christmas day. His death is being treated as unexplained but not suspicious at the stage.

Michael, whose real name is Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou sold more than 100 million albums during his career that lasted nearly for decades.

The stars publicist said “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.”

 

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