Gay Icon George Michael Dead At 53

Out singer George Michael has died at age 53, his publicist confirmed.

Michael, who had his first success as half of the pop duo Wham! in the early ’80s before launching a successful solo career, is said to have “passed away peacefully at home.”

Out singer George Michael has died at age 53, his publicist confirmed.

Michael, who had his first success as half of the pop duo Wham! in the early ’80s before launching a successful solo career, is said to have “passed away peacefully at home.”