George Michael talks about fame, his U.S. fans, “Eli Stone,” and more in George Michael Regains His Faith.
George Michaels, a Hot Trend
On May 21 and 22, the day of and after George Michael’s performance on the season finale of “American Idol,” the #1 “Hot Trend” on Google was the search for “George Michaels.” The hotness level was “Volcanic.” Related search phrases were george michaels songs, how old is george michaels, george michaels age, george michael, george michaels lyrics, george michael, boy george, george michaels american idol.
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George Michael on American Idol Today
Rubin and Angelo tell us that George Michael will possibly be appearing on “American Idol” today. For more information, please see “George Michael Bringing “Freedom” to Idol Finale.”
A rep for Idol would not confirm Michael’s appearance, while a rep for the singer could not be immediately reached.
Eli Stone Renewed for Second Season

“Eli Stone” (Amazon Ad) has been picked up for a second season, according to USA Today. It will air on Tuesdays at 10 p.m.
Jonny Lee Miller stars as the title character Eli Stone, who is a lawyer who has hallucinations that lead him to a higher purpose. The first season includes many George Michael songs and occasional appearances of George Michael.
The second season of Eli Stone does not rely on the George Michael theme, which is a disappointment for George Michael fans.
In 2016, one of the creators of Eli Stone, Marc Guggenheim, told Entertainment Weekly:
George was a singular talent. He had a gift for music that only comes along once in a generation. It was just a bonus that he happened to be one of the nicest, most genuine people you could meet. Many of my fondest memories of the Eli Stone experience are associated with him. 2016 has taken another gift from us.
Marc Guggenheim, co-creator of Eli Stone
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Good News for Eli Stone?
E! Online is reporting the following news on a second season of “Eli Stone.”
The upfronts aren’t next until week in New York City, which is where all the official pickups and cancellations are set to be announced, but sources close to ABC have tipped me that while bubble show Eli Stone will get the nod for a season two, another hour-long drama, Women’s Murder Club, will not be returning.