Obituaries
Singer George Michael dead at 53
George Michael, English singer, songwriter, and record producer has died “peacefully at home”, confirms his publicist. He was 53.
Singer George Michael has died, reports Billboard.
The English singer, songwriter, and record producer who rose to fame with the group Wham!, “passed away peacefully at home,” his publicist told the news outlet on Christmas Day.
In a statement to the BBC, 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.”
George Michael was 53.
