George Michael Dead

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Singer George Michael has died aged 53, his publicist has said.

The star, who launched his career with Wham in the 1980s and later continued his success as a solo performer, is said to have "passed away peacefully at home".

Thames Valley Police said South Central Ambulance Service attended a property in Goring in Oxfordshire at 13:42 GMT. 

Police say there were no suspicious circumstances.

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Update:

His manager, Michael Lippman, said he had died of heart failure. 

Former Wham! bandmate Andrew Ridgeley said he was "heartbroken at the loss of my beloved friend".

Writing on Twitter and referring to Michael by his family nickname of "Yog", he added: "Me, his loved ones, his friends, the world of music, the world at large. 4ever loved. A xx"

On Instagram, Sir Elton John posted a photograph of himself with Michael, writing: "I am in deep shock. I have lost a beloved friend - the kindest, most generous soul and a brilliant artist. My heart goes out to his family and all of his fans."

Michael's family announced news of his death in a statement issued through the singer's publicist.

"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," it said.

"The family would ask that their privacy be respected at this difficult and emotional time. There will be no further comment at this stage."

UPDATE: March 7/17

George Michael died of natural causes, a coroner has ruled.

Careless Whisper star George died of natural causes from dilated cardiomyopathy with myocarditis and fatty liver, a coroner has said.

Oxfordshire's senior coroner Darren Salter said in a statement: "Inquiries into the death of George Michael have been concluded and the final post mortem report received.

"As there is a confirmed natural cause of death, being dilated cardiomyopathy with myocarditis and fatty liver, the investigation is being discontinued and there is no need for an inquest or any further inquiries."

 

[Venice Bitch 9,084]

oh my god, 2016 hits again.

[Vertigo-go 18,832]

I saw this and started laughing

This is fucking ridiculous, black comedy-level. Oh my god, fuck.

[Darth Sidious 11,686]

RIP

I didn't even know that he was ill. 

[Angelus 11,476]

What the actual fuck

[rose 23,236]

no please no 

[trashmagic 6,840]

2016 couldn't even give us a breather on Christmas Day. What the fuck.

[Dennis Reynolds 18,657]

This year is absurd. Only six days left, but still, watch your back, celebs....

[Diamond 49,268]

oh my god  

rip  

[Lachlan 18,471]

The fuck...

[Jony 14,504]

Whaaaaaaaaaat

 

Omg  RIP icon  

[Skyline 16,071]

Oh wow this is so sad

[Sas 355]

Illness or suicide? 2016 is a bad year 

[ajp 13,521]

He was too young

rip, George

 

[ChooseyLover 19,970]

I can't believe it. I refuse to

[Jae 24,629]

Noo I was just listening to Last Christmas  what the hellllllll... RIP 

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4 minutes ago, Sas said:

Illness or suicide?

20 minutes ago, ajp said:

"passed away peacefully at home".

Police say there were no suspicious circumstances.

Sounds like illness to me.

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[Entea 35,281]

RIP legend

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Just now, Americunt said:

Sounds like illness to me.

I think so. He's had a few health issues over the last 5 years. It is comforting to know it was a peaceful passing.