By the Christmas hit Last Christmas George Michael passed away on 25 December at the age of 53 years.

December 25, Catholic Christmas, died the singer George Michael (George Michael). One of the most famous songs of the musician was the song of Last Christmas, which was recorded in the group “Wham!” in 1984.

“With deep sorrow, we confirm that beloved son, brother and friend George died peacefully at home on Christmas day. His family requests respect for their privacy at this difficult and emotional time,” he told BBC representative Michael.

Cause of death called heart failure. George Michael was 53 years old.

The musician was born in London in 1963 into a family of Greek Cypriot and British women. His real name is Giorgos, Kyriakos Panayiotou (Mr. panayiotou Georgios Kyriacos). Popularity came to George Michael in the 80s, when together with his friend Andrew Reggie (Andrew Ridgeley) they founded the Duo “Wham!”. The band broke up in 1986. During solo activities, Michael received two Grammy awards for her debut album Faith and a duet with Aretha Franklin (Aretha Franklin) “I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)”.