Pop superstar and Greek Cypriot George Michael has died peacefully at home, his publicist has confirmed.
The 53-year-old who rose to fame as a member of Wham!, known for their hits Wake Me Up Before you Go Go, Club Tropicana and Last Christmas was loved by fans of all ages worldwide.
George - whose full name is Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou - sold more than 100m albums throughout a career spanning almost four decades.
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.”
