Eighties pop icon George Michael has died.
The singer passed away at his home on Christmas day. According to reports, he had not been ill.
His manager has told media outlets that he died of heart failure. George was 53 years old.
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Tributes have poured in from celebs around the world, including Elton John, Bryan Adams and One Republic:
R.I.P George Michael. Beyond sad, you were a legend, and you were far too young. Blasting “Last Christmas” now ????
— OneRepublic (@OneRepublic) December 25, 2016
RIP George Michael. I can’t believe it. Such an incredible singer and a lovely human being, far too young to leave us #georgemichael
— Bryan Adams (@bryanadams) December 25, 2016
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As George says in this great song with Mary J Blige, we’ll “be loving you always” George:
