George Michael

English singer-songwriter and producer

George Michael - English singer-songwriter and producer
Born

June 25th, 1963
61 years ago

Died

December 24th, 2009
15 years ago — 46 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

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Achieved international fame as a member of the pop duo Wham! and as a solo artist after launching a successful solo career. Gained prominence in the 1980s and 1990s with albums such as 'Faith' and 'Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1'. 'Faith' included hits like 'Father Figure' and 'One More Try', helping to define the sound of the era. Also contributed to numerous charitable causes through music and activism.

Sold over 100 million records worldwide

Won two Grammy Awards

Achieved seven number-one singles on the Billboard Hot 100

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