Michael George Dies At 53!

Pop star Michael George 'Wham! star and solo artist famous for hits including Last Christmas, Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go and Careless Whisper that sold more than 100m albums' is dead aged 53, his publicist has said.


The star is said to have "passed away peacefully at home".
Police say they were treating the death as unexplained but there were no suspicious circumstances.


In a statement, the star's 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."