George Michael Tributes From Fellow Performers

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The stunning news of the death of the pop singer George Michael on Christmas Day 2016 was met with immediate reaction on social media from other performers. His former Wham! partner, Andrew Ridgely, wrote: “Heartbroken at the loss of my beloved friend Yog. Me, his loved ones, his friends, the world of music, the world at large. 4ever loved. A xx.”

And none bigger than Elton John, who posted a tribute on his Instagram account…

I am in deep shock. I have lost a beloved friend – the kindest, most generous soul and a brilliant artist. My heart goes out to his family, friends and all of his fans. @GeorgeMichael #RIP

A photo posted by Elton John (@eltonjohn) on Dec 25, 2016 at 3:24pm PST

2016 – loss of another talented soul. All our love and sympathy to @GeorgeMichael‘s family. pic.twitter.com/3h4xqEDXR9

— Duran Duran (@duranduran) December 25, 2016

I’ve loved George Michael for as long as I can remember. He was an absolute inspiration. Always ahead of his time.

— James Corden (@JKCorden) December 25, 2016

I don’t have it in me anymore to write about our greats. I just knew one day I’d get to work with #GeorgeMichael. Sad Christmas.

— Questlove Gomez (@questlove) December 25, 2016

Unbelievable.
RIP George Michael.

— Ricky Gervais (@rickygervais) December 25, 2016

Wow. RIP George Michael pic.twitter.com/sVgRYnfm6J

— Randy Jackson (@YO_RANDYJACKSON) December 25, 2016

George ? George Michael ? No … it cannot be. Beyond sad. #RIPGeorgeMichael Bri

— Dr. Brian May (@DrBrianMay) December 25, 2016

In an unsigned announcement from Sony Music, the label group stated: “George Michael was a supremely gifted artist and a true music icon. Sony Music had the privilege to have worked with him over several decades on a number of his legendary releases, and we join the world in mourning the loss of a great superstar. Our condolences go out to his family during this difficult time.”

On his Facebook page, Paul McCartney wrote: “George Michael’s sweet soul music will live on even after his sudden death. Having worked with him on a number of occasions his great talent always shone through and his self deprecating sense of humour made the experience even more pleasurable.”

Very sad to hear that George Michael passed. He was a very talented musician and singer. Love & mercy to his family, friends and fans.

— Brian Wilson (@BrianWilsonLive) December 25, 2016

So sad to hear my Cypriot brother @GeorgeMichael has passed away.
Will miss him & pray God will have mercy on him. Condolences to his family pic.twitter.com/bTznlladeb

— Yusuf / Cat Stevens (@YusufCatStevens) December 26, 2016