George Michael, RIP (fellow artists pay tribute)

December 25, 2016

2016 keeps on taking. George Michael sadly passed away at the age of 53 due to heart failure reports The Hollywood Reporter. The, official statement:

“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.”

Michael initially rose to fame as part of the duo Wham! in the early-80’s whose their hits include one of the perennial holiday favorites, “Last Christmas.” By the late 80’s he moved onto a massively successful solo career. George Michael, you will be missed but your music lives on. Some classic Wham! and George Michael videos, along with tributes from fellow artists, below.

Farewell My Friend! 🙏🏻 Another Great Artist leaves us. 💔Can 2016 Fuck Off NOW? pic.twitter.com/aEGIUNSJbt

— Madonna (@Madonna) December 26, 2016

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

i bought (& worshipped) Listen Without Prejudice on my 15th birthday. this song readied me for Stevie Wonder… https://t.co/a3gnL9DnfT…

— Mark Ronson (@MarkRonson) December 25, 2016

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I met George Michael a few times & he was ever a gentle, unassuming soul.A rare presence in a world full of self.
Honest, genuine talent.

— Alison Moyet (@AlisonMoyet) December 25, 2016

From getting 'Revenge' band name off his jacket to his True Faith cover.. Every time I met George he was lovely. A really nice man. RIP mate

— Peter Hook (@peterhook) December 26, 2016

Can't believe George Michael has passed ….one of the greatest singers and writers the UK ever produced. I'm really saddened ..a lovely man

— Howard Jones (@howardjones) December 25, 2016

https://twitter.com/larouxofficial/status/813164101690159105

I've loved George Michael for as long as I can remember. He was an absolute inspiration. Always ahead of his time.

— James Corden (@JKCorden) December 25, 2016

George Michael' music has meant much to me; feel like he never got his due. Rest easy G.M. this song saved me once https://t.co/BHkG9TKpQb

— The Mountain Goats (@mountain_goats) December 25, 2016

We are incredibly sad at the passing of our dear friend George Michael. A brilliant artist & great songwriter. Spandau Ballet / Steve Dagger

— Spandau Ballet (@SpandauBallet) December 25, 2016

Unbelievable.
RIP George Michael.

— Ricky Gervais (@rickygervais) December 25, 2016

Another incredible talent gone. Thank you for all the music Mr George Michael. Thoughts with your family and friends… 🙏🏼🙏🏼

— Disclosure (@disclosure) December 25, 2016

Oh no.. what a year. George Michael, you were the smartest Pop Star I ever met, RIP now fella x

— Paul Young (@PaulYoungParlez) December 25, 2016

George wasnt very prolific so he is MASSIVELY underrated. Such pop artistry on every album. An INCREDIBLE voice & a gay icon. Love u George.

— billy eichner (@billyeichner) December 25, 2016

https://twitter.com/kumailn/status/813161763214659584

RIP George Michael. Far far too young. https://t.co/P5tWcRPkWe

— edgarwright (@edgarwright) December 25, 2016

https://twitter.com/PWRBTTMBAND/status/813164350152331264

#Heartbroken Here's how George Michael impacted my life… https://t.co/C6oY6ekJ91 pic.twitter.com/yFpJiuh4ed

— Debbie Gibson (@DebbieGibson) December 26, 2016

God bless George Michael peace and love to all his friends and family 😎✌️🌟💖

— #RingoStarr (@ringostarrmusic) December 26, 2016

The bravery of George Michael. Please let 2017 bring the individuals, freaks, mavericks and those with love in their hearts for all. X pic.twitter.com/tsAqlBjFeu

— Gwendoline Christie (@lovegwendoline) December 26, 2016

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