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George Michael in Olympics Closing Ceremony

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The Olympic Games closing ceremony on August 12, 2012, will feature Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend alongside Take That, George Michael and Emeli Sande on an all-star bill.

The Mirror article states:

George Michael’s app­­earance will be a glittering return to the stage for the star who last year cut short his European tour after he was diagnosed with life-threatening pneumonia.

He has not sung in public since November.

Organisers said: “George is a global icon and this will be a major comeback. The gig will be a fitting Olympics send-off.”

George Michael’s performance of “White Light” is available on a Symphony of British Music: Music for the Closing Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games (Amazon Ad).

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George Michael Shoots New Video

The Daily Mail is reporting that George Michael was on the set of the video for his upcoming new single, believed to be “White Light.”  A series of photos from the set are available at the above link.

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Yours Only George Celebrates Its 15th Birthday

Can you believe that Yours Only George is celebrating its 15th birthday?

This site has survived 15 years because of the many George Michael lovelies who have contributed news, links, photos, and comments through the various versions of Yours Only George.  Thanks to everyone who supports our sponsors, which allows me to keep posting the news for all of you!  Your kind words and support through the years have always meant a lot to me.

Thanks as always to Shannon who started our first fan club back in 1986 and was instrumental in the early years of the site.

Thanks to George Michael for all the wonderful years of music.  I never truly understood how much of an impact George Michael has had on my life until we almost lost him last year. I’m so very grateful that I can continue this fan site for George Michael for the foreseeable future.

Melanie
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Yours Only George

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Rescheduled Australian George Michael Concert Dates

George Michael’s Symphonica tour will hit Australia in November 2012.  Dates include Perth, Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide and Brisbane. George Michael will also perform in the outdoor winery setting of Hope Estate in the Hunter Valley, New South Wales.  You can read more at GeorgeMichael.com about how to buy tickets.

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Rolling Stone Poll: Vote for George Michael

Rolling Stone has a poll this week, asking what artist has had the best post-band solo career?

You can vote in the Rolling Stone comments, on facebook.com/rollingstone or on Twitter using the #weekendrock hashtag.

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New Song “White Light” Completed

George Michael has posted on Twitter that his new song, “White Light,” inspired by his near-death experience in 2011, is now completed.  He tweeted:

Ok my lovelies, WHITE LIGHT is done and dusted! Am I allowed to say it may be the best dance record I’ve ever made….!

Finished it today….. 🙂

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Could George Michael’s House Be Haunted?

A number of articles are discussing possible paranormal activity in George Michael neighborhood.

One article, Ghost hunters tell George Michael his Highgate home may be haunted, said:

Ghosthunter Mickey Gocool, who has been investigating spirits from the other side for more than a decade, said: “Highgate has one of the highest levels of paranormal activity in the country and George Michael’s home is precisely the kind of historic house that might have activity.

“Although there is no real knowing from the outside whether a house has a lot of paranormal activity, but from my experience I can get a sense of things.

“Everyone feels it, you walk into a room and it is a bit spooky, you hair stands on end, that is what it is like sensing a spirit.”

A second article, Ghostbusters want to go-go to George Michael’s pad, said:

Chief investigator Micky Gocool, 46, would like George to invite him in to explore any “unexplained activity” with his ghostbusting tools.

He said: “I don’t know if George would be interested, but I might be able to answer his questions. I think on a personal level he would be curious, but because of his profile he might not be as keen.

“This is a major thing in the world of celebrities. Lady Gaga has her own team of investigators when she comes to England. Will Smith, Robbie Williams and Adele do too.”

A third article, George Michael spooked by ghost busters outside Highgate pad, said:

Mr Gocool, from Lordship Lane in Wood Green, said: “I quite often see George Michael in Highgate, I have known him for what seems like a hundred years.

“He is a really nice guy, but I think he must have been surprised when more people were talking to us than him.”

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Fadi Fawaz Tweets about “White Light”

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George Michael’s boyfriend has been tweeting about George’s newest song “White Light.” Fadi Fawaz wrote:

Listening to White Light song, never heard anything like it before. cant wait to be released, its going to be a massive hit 🙂

What a talent, what a voice, and what a beautiful man 🙂 thank u god above xxxx

Im extremely excited about that song and few others ……

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Cindy Crawford as George Michael?

Cindy Crawford recently was made up to look like George Michael.

“This was part of a Rolling Stone shoot.  We did hair and makeup before Herb got to set.  He didn’t even recognize me when he arrived – – I think he thought I was one of the photo assistants.  We were inspired by George Michael.”

Cindy Crawford, April 12, 2012

Cindy Crawford was also one of the models for George Michael’s “Freedom ’90” video. The video included Naomi Campbell, Christy Turlington, Linda Evangelista and Tatjana Patitz.

Cindy Crawford told Harper’s Bazaar in 2020:

I think this video struck a chord for so many reasons. First and foremost was the song itself and the message and declaration of “freedom” for George himself. It also coincided with the “birth” of the supermodel and brought music and fashion together in an exciting way.

Cindy Crawford, “The ’90s supermodels reminisce about starring in George Michael’s Freedom! music video,” Harper’s Bazaar

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New Song “White Light” Is about George Michael’s Near-Death Experience

George Michael has taken to Twitter again to tell his lovelies about the new song, “White Light,” he is writing.

GOOD MORNING MY LOVELIES !!!

I’ve been a busy boy in the studio this week, mixing symphonica and finally ready to write about what happened to me in Vienna…..

And how grateful I am to be given another chance to live and breathe alongside you all in this wonderful world that we share…

You may recall my reference to those strange individuals who took the time to pray for my death as I lay in my hospital bed back in November

But don’t think I don’t realise how many of you out there prayed for my recovery. I thank you all from the deepest part of my soul xxx

And i will repay your unending kindness the only way I know how. With music.

Yesterday I began to write a song called “White Light”. It’s for all of you, for everyone who prayed for me, for every one of you who has ..

…prayed for me, for every person who has stopped me in the streets to ask me how I’m doing, you have made me feel so blessed.

And I promise you it’s a blinder. 🙂

 

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Rescheduled Symphonica Tour Dates

George Michael has rescheduled tour dates from the Symphonica tour that were canceled because of his bout with pneumonia.

Date Venue Details
Sep 04 Stadhalle Vienna, AT Newly Added! Presales start Mar 21
Sep 06 Stadhalle Vienna, AT Rescheduled from Nov 21/11
Sep 09 Palais Garnier Paris, FR Rescheduled from Apr 29/12 Presales start Apr 02
Sep 14 Ziggo Dome Amsterdam, NL Newly Added! Presales start Mar 22
Sep 16 LG Arena Birmingham, UK Rescheduled from Dec 9/11
Sep 17 LG Arena Birmingham, UK Rescheduled from Dec 10/11
Sep 21 Arena Manchester, UK Rescheduled from Dec 12/11
Sep 23 SECC Glasgow, UK Rescheduled from Dec 06/11
Sep 24 SECC Glasgow, UK Rescheduled from Dec 07/11
Sep 29 Royal Albert Hall London, UK Rescheduled from May 02/12
Oct 01 Motorpoint Arena Sheffield, UK Rescheduled from Dec 02/11
Oct 03 Metro Radio Arena Newcastle, UK Rescheduled from Dec 03/11
Oct 05 Motorpoint Arena Cardiff, UK Rescheduled from Nov 26/11
Oct 06 Motorpoint Arena Cardiff, UK Rescheduled from Nov 27/11
Oct 09 Arena Manchester, UK Rescheduled from Dec 13/11
Oct 10 Echo Arena Liverpool, UK Rescheduled from Nov 30/11
Oct 13 Earls Court London, UK Rescheduled from Dec 16/11
Oct 14 Earls Court London, UK Rescheduled from Dec 17/11
Oct 17 Earls Court London, UK Rescheduled from Dec 19/11
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Possible Duet with Adele

The Mirror is reporting that George Michael plans to duet with Adele.

My source tells me: “George is working on his album for the first time since his life-threatening illness and he’s in great shape.

“It is no secret that he adores Adele. He even left his boyfriend Fadi Fawaz in Australia for three days while he flew in to present Adele with her Brit.

“They’ve become pals since then and are talking about doing something together.

“He is very supportive of British talent and he likes it that Adele keeps it real.”

In the past, George has collaborated with Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston and Mary J Blige. Now he has set his sights on Tottenham’s finest Adele, who cleaned up at the Grammys.

My mole adds: “Adele has been an admirer of George’s tunes for as long as she can remember and was so touched that George presented her Brit award.”

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George Michael Presents Brit Award to Adele

George Michael returned from his holiday in Australia to present Adele with the Best Album award at the Brit Awards.

George Michael said, “I’d just like to say I’ve been asked to come to this event for the last 17 years and I happen to live just up the road, but this time I know who wins and I had to come back from Australia.”

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George Michael Rents Boat in Australia

If you haven’t had enough of pictures of George Michael on his vacation in Australia, make sure not to miss The love boat: George Michael and Fadi Fawaz charter a small vessel and enjoy some fun in the sun.

 

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Video Interview of George Michael with Confidential

George Michael is walking with boyfriend Fadi Fawaz in Australia and gets bombarded by this Confidential reporter.

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New Photos of George Michael in Australia

George Michael is still enjoying his trip to Australia with boyfriend Fadi Fawaz, according to the Daily Mail.  The two can be seen walking about and holding hands. The article itself is a rehash of news already reported.

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Whitney Houston Dead

Whitney Houston died today in Beverly Hills, California. She was 48.  More information is available at CNN.

George Michael and Whitney Houston released a duet of “If I Told You That” in 2000.

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George Michael Now in Australia

George Michael has moved on from his holiday in Maldives and is now with Fadi Fawaz in Australia.  According to Confidential, George Michael said he was “all but” better and hoped to be back on stage soon.

“I don’t know if you heard, but I nearly died,” he said after lunching at Sydney restaurant Otto Ristorante.

“I’m feeling great … everything’s back in check.”

Confirming he is “just holidaying” after shelving his April Symphonic concert dates, the 48-year-old singer hinted: “I’ll be here a couple of weeks … I may be back for Mardi Gras. We’ll see.”

Fadi Fawaz posted a photo of the pair at the Sydney Opera House on Twitter, saying “It doesn’t get any much better than this. The most beautiful view and the most beautiful man :)”

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French Vogue Editors Revisit “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go”

The French Vogue editors have completed a new version of “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go” to kick off their magazine’s new web design.

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George Michael on Holiday

George Michael’s boyfriend Fadi Fawaz is posting pictures of their holiday.  George said Fadi is posting the photos because, “I jumped in the decking pool with my iPhone in my shorts pocket yesterday. AAArghh!”

George is on his “First real holiday in many years. Bliss. Not the slightest chance of controversy. I may have to flash room service or summat,” he wrote to his Twitter audience.