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Famous as :
Singer, songwriterBirth Name :
Georgios Kyriacos PanayiotouBirth Date :
June 25, 1963Birth Place :
East Finchley, North LondonClaim to fame :
Single "Careless Whisper" (1984)
George Michael to Give Away New Christmas Song
December 01, 2008 04:12:51This holiday season, George Michael's new song "December Song (I Dreamed of Christmas)" will be given to fans for free. The single is a self-produced song which is co-written by himself teaming up with his friend David Austin.
Furthermore, through his spokesperson, George announced that the single hits radio airplays on Monday, December 1. He also revealed that the song will be available for free download on Christmas day, December 25 via his official website.
George Michael Reportedly Dropped as Brit Awards' Nominee
October 13, 2008 10:10:54George Michael has been axed from next year's Brit Awards, as reported by Mirror. "George was frontrunner to get the lifetime achievement award. But Brits bosses felt it would be better not to be associated with him for the time being since the Brits is a shop window for our music," a source from the music industry says.
In a further statement, the source explains that the two-time Grammy Awards winning musician was scrapped as the candidate of "Outstanding Contribution to Music" category after he had been arrested in Hampstead Heath area of north London with crack cocaine in September. Bosses from the prestigious event are said to be searching for another candidate to be honored.
George Michael to Reunite Wham! on His Final Gig?
July 28, 2008 04:07:05George Michael seems set to end his touring career in an unforgettable way by preparing to treat his fans at his upcoming final two shows, to be held at the Earls Court, London, on August 24 & 25, with a special performance. According to the latest news George is planning to tap his fellow band mate on Wham!, Andrew Ridgeley to take the stage together at those concerts.
The news was revealed by a source who told TheSun.co.uk saying, "George is planning a series of surprises for his final shows." Moreover, confirming about the plan to reunite with his bandmate, the source added, "He's keeping his cards close to his chest, but many are predicting that he'll reunite with Andrew to sing a track or two."
George Michael's First U.S. Outing in 17 Years
March 25, 2008 10:03:00After 17 years being off the road in the States, British singer George Michael is back in support of his upcoming greatest hits album, "TwentyFive". On Monday, March 24 the former Wham! singer announced that he will tour in U.S. and Canada beginning June 17 in San Diego.
The jaunt has been scheduled up to 22 dates that runs through August 3 in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Tickets for the tour dubbed "25 Live" will go on public sale on April 6 while those who register to his fan club can purchase it a week prior. For more information regarding the tour, visit GeorgeMichael.com.
George Michael to Write a "No-Holds-Barred" Autobiography to Come Out in the Fall of 2009
January 17, 2008 10:01:41George Michael has signed a publishing deal with HarperCollins to write his autobiography. The "Wham!" singer and tabloid magnet has agreed to write a "no-holds-barred" memoir, focused on his professional and personal life, which is expected to be released in the Fall of 2009.
Described the deal as one of the "biggest ever" in UK publishing, a spokesperson for HarperCollins said "This is an incredibly exciting publishing event. George is one of the best-known and best-loved pop singers in the world, with an extraordinary story to tell. I am particularly thrilled by this deal, as I have long been a fan of George's. Most importantly, this really will be a truly authentic book - and an exceptional one, as he's going to be writing it entirely himself."
George Michael to Pay $250,000 for Overran Concert
July 12, 2007 01:07:49
Tapped to be the first act in newly-rebuilt Wembley stadium, George Michael is tangled in a finance situation. The singer is fined £130,000 or equal to $250,000 for the 13 extra minutes he spent for his show.
The concert that took place June 9 ignored the rules set by Wembley's officers. A source said, "Wembley has strict rules that concerts must finish at an agreed time or the acts face a £10,000 fine for each minute they continue. George slipped two extra songs into his set and racked up a huge bill. He was enjoying himself so much he didn't care."
George Michael to Write a Revealing Book About His Arrests and Drug Use
June 29, 2007 03:06:21
He does afraid of having an HIV test, but not with writing a tell-all book. George Michael reportedly is planning to write a revealing book about his arrests and drug use. Smart move.
Among the details the troubled singer about to write on his biography are his arrest for engaging in a lewd act in a Beverly Hills public toilet back in 1998 and his being found "slumped and drooling" at the wheel of his car at a set of London traffic lights October last year.
George Michael Bound to Do Community Service for Drug-Driving
June 09, 2007 01:06:58
George Michael sure has the reason to smile as he went outside London's Brent magistrates court Friday, June 8, 2007.
Yes, the "Faith" singer finally can escape the jail time that has threatened him since being found driving under the influence of drugs last October. A British judge has eventually ruled that he is obliged to perform one hundred hours of community service over the next twelve months for the misdemeanor.
Singer George Michael Planning to Marry Longtime Partner Kenny Goss After Tour
June 04, 2007 11:06:12
There will be another celebrity same-sex marriage when George Michael puts into action his plan to marry longtime partner Kenny Goss by the time he finishes his upcoming concert in London.
The troubled singer has revealed that he plans to marry Kenny when he finishes touring July later this year, in a low-key wedding.
George Michael Announced Plans to Star in a U.S. TV Show
May 14, 2007 09:05:44
Will George Michael's life get better now that he's just signed up for a starring role in an American comedy/drama TV show? What do you think?
The troubled singer has just announced he's going to make acting debut in a US TV comedy show "Ellie Stone," alongside English actor Jonny Lee Miller.
George Michael Pleads Guilty to Drug Driving
May 09, 2007 11:05:33
This is it. George Michael was on Tuesday May 8th pleaded guilty to a charge of driving while unfit because of drugs and fatigue.
As previously reported Michael was arrested in North London on October 1st last year on suspicion of being unfit to drive and for possession of substance believed to be cannabis. He was later cautioned by police for possession.
No Reunion for Wham!
April 11, 2007 10:04:06
Following the reunion of bands such as Take That and The Smashing Pumpkins, there are now rumors that Wham! would do the same. Speaking on behalf of the duo, George Michael laughed this off.
Michael thinks the reformation of Wham! would be one foolish step. He said, "We were at an age where how you were developing as a person was just as important as the songs you were writing. It all made sense then but at this point, a Wham! reunion doesn't make any sense."
George Michael, First to Enjoy the Reconstructed Wembley Stadium
March 05, 2007 01:03:26
The newly reconstructed Wembley Stadium has finally opened up its slot to configure live concerts and George Michael is made the first pop artist to perform on the fresh stage on June 9, 2007.
He may be the first artist presented in the much-delayed reconstructed building but actually he had been performing in the building's old form several times, both with Wham! or solo. "He's no stranger to this great stage having performed at the old stadium both with Wham! at Live Aid and also as a solo artist, so this is a fitting first gig in the new stadium," Wembley's managing director, Alex Horne said upon the upcoming gig.
Greatest Albums on the UK Charts Nov 26
November 28, 2006 11:11:59
Westlife is still the darling across the pond. The Irish boy band leads the pack in the UK album charts Nov 26 with their "The Love Album". The boys' latest effort was the chart-topper, besting best of albums from some of the best bands in the world, including The Beatles, U2, and Oasis.
Oasis' "Stop the Clocks" is at the 2nd spot, ahead of the Beatles' "Love" at 3rd, and U2's compilation "U218 Singles" at No. 4. George Michael's "Twenty Five" is the fifth great album on the chart.
The Top 10 Most Searched for Celebs on the Internet
November 25, 2006 01:11:02
Being the new James Bond star never comes easy for Daniel Craig. Thanks God that the role is worth played. Presumably due to the controversy of his becoming the first "blonde Bond", the actor has been chosen the second Most Searched for Celebrity among UK web users.
Web analysis firm Hitwise has proven the fact that web users have shown strong demand for information on Craig and his new film "Casino Royale." Surpassing the action hero is Faith Brown who currently appearing as a contestant on the 6th series of "I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here!" who is on the No. 1 spot.
Marijuana Can Be "Terrible", But Helps Inspire George Michael
October 21, 2006 11:10:59
No stranger to controversy, George Michael provokes one after another after the singer, during a taped chat shot in Madrid and set to air Oct. 31 on Britain's South Bank Show Special, praised marijuana, saying "This stuff keeps me sane and happy. I couldn't write without it. I'd say it's a great drug."
However, in the interview with ITV during which he openly smokes a cannabis joint, the controversial singer also said that marijuana "obviously is not very healthy." He went on saying, "It's very good for creative people. But it can be a terrible, terrible drug."
George Michael Arrested on Suspicion of Possessing Marijuana
October 03, 2006 10:10:09
George Michael has been dealing with some weighty issues, and this time around the singer is dealing with the police, none other over cannabis.
George was arrested on suspicion of possessing marijuana after police responded to complaints that a car was blocking an intersection in North London at 3:22 a.m. Sunday October 1st. Police moved in to the scene and found the star slumped over the steering wheel of his BMW at a traffic light in the North London suburb of Cricklewood.
George Michael Back on Stage After 15 Years
September 25, 2006 09:09:44
It's been 15 years that music great George Michael took off from music industry. But now the British singer is back, embarking on his solo concert dubbed "25 Live" European tour, which is held to mark a quarter of a century in the music business.
The British pop icon kicked off the concert in Barcelona on Saturday night September 23rd, performing in front of 18,000 long-time fans with a mixture of dance hits, ballads and political commentary. With no new album to promote, George sang hits from Wham! songs, such as "Wake Me Up Before You Go" and "Freedom" to solo efforts like "Faith", "Father Figure" and "Jesus to a Child".
Elton John and George Michael "Are Fine"
September 16, 2006 09:09:57
It is end. The dispute between two veteran musicians, Elton John and George Michael, is end.
The row erupted two years ago when John said Michael miserable and needed to get out more. Michael then responded with a furious open letter saying John was no friend of his.
No Wedding for George Michael and Partner?
July 26, 2006 09:07:27
It is sad to say that only days after George Michael was caught in a sexual encounter with a stranger, his longtime partner Kenny Goss decided to call-off their wedding.
Both Michael and Goss initially have planned to mark the tenth anniversary of their relationship later this year with a same-sex civil partnership. Unfortunately, the incident in which Michael was caught having gay sex with a jobless van driver in London's Hampstead Heath last week, has led to such realization about their commitment to one another.
Another Public Sex Allegation George Michael Does
July 25, 2006 02:07:19
George Michael never stops creating abuzz. The singer has just caught at Hampstead Heath park in London last weekend with a man who claims to have had a sexual encounter with him. Report on this matter was first brought to public by the British News of the World tabloid.
The photographs in the related paper obviously show a seemingly upset Michael at a park at night, alongside a photo of the man who claims to have "hooked up" with the pop star. The man is described as a "pot-bellied, 58-year-old, jobless van driver" named Norman Kirtland.
The File Is Closed, George Michael Escapes Charges
May 06, 2006 10:05:45
Remember when George Michael has become talk of the town after he is being reported colliding his Range Rover SUV with three parked cars and then failing to inform the owners? The file is now closed, so a spokesman for the singer said, and thus George has escaped charges over the claims.
Further the spokesman revealed "Inquiries were made to establish the owner of the vehicle, but the file is now closed." In the accompanying feature, it is reported that George's insurers footing the $26,250 repair bill.
George Michael Pranged Three Parked Cars?
April 18, 2006 10:04:47
Singer George Michael is facing cop probe after he was reported to allegedly crash into three cars while trying to park his SUV in London early Sunday April 16th, 2006.
Witnesses, who rushed from their houses after hearing a crash, said they saw the pop star sitting in his Range Rover. Further they claimed Michael drove off without trying to find the owners of the damaged cars to tell them about the accident.
Singer George Michael Given Drug Caution
March 31, 2006 10:03:52
George Michael has been cautioned by police for possessing illegal marijuana following his arrest in London's West End in February. The singer was reportedly found by police asleep at the wheel of his car in the early hours of the morning and was then taken into custody after a search of the car turned up cannabis and another drug.
After the arrest Michael apparently admitted the incident as "my own stupid fault, as usual. I was in possession of Class C drugs, which is an offence, and I have no complaints about the police, who were professional throughout."
Singer George Michael in Drug Arrest
February 27, 2006 01:02:10
George Michael stumbles upon a new problem after another. The singer was arrested in the early hours of Sunday morning Feb 26th on suspicion of possessing drugs after he was discovered slumped at the wheel of his car in central London.
"We were called by a member of the public to a man seen slumped over the steering wheel of a car on the street close to Hyde Park Corner," a Metropolitan Police spokesman said. While wasn't suffering from any injuries, police then attended and spoke to Michael.
Singer George Michael Close to Marriage
November 30, 2005 10:11:16"I'm sure Kenny and I will be doing the old legal thing, but we won't be doing the whole veil and gown thing," George Michael revealed his marriage plan with longtime partner Kenny Goss. "It'll be relatively soon after it comes in, probably early next year," he continued.
That is all about the singer's wedding plan which was unveiled Tuesday. The twosome plans to follow the step of fellow musician Elton John, legalizing their relationship under new British legislation offering gays many of the legal protections available to married couples.
George Michael Quits Singing Pop
February 18, 2005 10:02:33Singer George Michael has come to his final decision to quit his pop career and is now focusing more on behind the scene production. He belives that pop music is now already "dead" and thus he's turning his direction to merely compose songs for other musicians.
Such confession was made at the Berlin Film Festival in Germany on February 16, 2005 at the same time George launched the documentary film "A Different Story," which portrayes struggles in both his personal and professional lives as he became a superstar in the 1980s. In the same ocassion George also said his willingness to write a truly contemporary musical merely dedicated for screen, not for stage and that he has found ways to make music he could enjoy just the way he used to.
