He was commemorated with a mural in his native borough of Brent, in 2020. He adds that hiding his sexuality made him feel "fraudulent", and his eventual outing, when he was arrested for soliciting sex in a public toilet in Los Angeles in . And as we grew up together, I encouraged him musically. Just three years later, on exactly the same day, another devastating loss rocked the family - the death of his sister Melanie Panayiotou. Yioda, 57, and Melanie, 55, are George Michael's older sisters. She died at age 58 in Fulham, London, England, United Kingdom. That was his thing, he always used to say, What have I done?". George Michael's sister, Melanie Panayiotou, has died aged 59, exactly three years after her brother. Andros. Before she died, Melanie took it upon herself to send annual letters to George's fans thanking them for their continued support of his legacy and now Yioda has taken up the tradition. His first solo single, Careless Whisper, reached number one in over 20 countries, including the UK and US. Referring to Melanie's death, he continued: "Its impossible, how could this happen? Singer George Michael tragically died on Christmas Day Credit: EPA Extended family members also reportedly asked why more was not done to help the star as he fought drug addiction. 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The source adds that George always trusted Yioda to "do the right thing". We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. This touching rediscovered picture shows George Michael's family in happy times before they were rocked by a series of tragic deaths. The stars father was Greek Cypriot restaurateur, Kyriacos Panayiotou, who came to the UK in 1953. Singer Adele also paid tribute to her performance of a slowed-down version of Fastlove at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards on 12 February 2017. I am sure he will be enjoying seeing Emelia [Clark]'s amazing light bulb smile, something they share, across the celestial miles! Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Sadly, Jack Panos wife is dead. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. He was just six years old when he penned a song, The Music Maker of the World, and lisped it into his tape recorder in a high-pitched childish singing voice. Exactly three years to the day of George's tragic passing, tragedy struck once again. - was also found to be suffering from hypertensive heart disease, obesity and bronchopneumonia. George was particularly close to Melanie, a hairdresser, who travelled the world with him at the height of his fame. Jack Panos fathered George Michael. joint statement along with Yioda, their dad Jack and George's former manager David Austin. George Michael 's sister, 59, was found dead at her Hampstead, North London home that had previously owned by her brother. A new report has claimed that the iconic singer's father Kyriacos Panayiotou is "devastated" as the ongoing police probe continues to delay the traditional Greek Orthodox burial. The pair started their romance shortly after George's split with his long-term partner Kenny Goss. Published on March 7, 2017 08:00 AM George Michael died of natural causes at age 53, the coroner investigating his death revealed early Tuesday. His son was born Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou on 25 June 1963 in East Finchley, London. In an interview with The Sun, Georgiou stated: When my son James was born . Something went wrong, please try again later. A source said: George was devoted to his dad and sisters, they were always going to be looked after". But Jack is the only surviving family member in the poignant picture after Melanie passed away on Christmas Day aged 55 exactly three years on from the popstar's own tragic death. He was paid tribute by a lot of people including Elton John who emotionally addressed the audience in Las Vegas on 28 December. A ROW has erupted in George Michael's family over hisdeath,according to friends of the star. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. I so loved my mum, and respected her.. Michael died at the age of 53 and was body was found at his own home in Goring-On-Thames, Oxfordshire. Lesley was a Dancer, with George telling fans in an interview with the Guardian "I owe my mother [for] who I am.". To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Get the news you want straight to your inbox. It is not known whether they ever went through with it. When Michael Strahan lost his beloved father in September 2020 he was devastated. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. People have been shocked to discover President John Tyler, who was born in 1790, has a grandson who is still alive today. George had a long-term relationship with American art dealer Kenny Goss and lived with hair stylist Fazi Fawaz at the time of his death. The GMA host was incredibly close to his dad and his passing amid the COVID-19 pandemic was beyond difficult. He was my saviour." George channelled his heartache into an ongoing legal battle with his record label, Sony. He lost the love of his life, Anselmo. George Michael's family have hit out at fresh claims by his partner that he took his own life, George Michael wanted to take his own life, according to his boyfriend Fadi Fawaz. Unfortunately, his wife passed away in the year 1997 and was buried at Highgate Cemetery West. and later as a solo artist. "I had this overwhelming feeling that the best was behind me. He wrote on Facebook: "My biggest fear has come true. Further tests are being carried out and a full inquest into Michael's death will take place later in the year. News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. With the ongoing police investigation into Last Christmas hitmaker's "unexplained" death, family friends have revealed that their "pain" increases by the day. On December 25th 2016, the world was deeply saddened when news broke that the Wham! The singer wrote Where I Hope You Are about his former lover, with lyrics that said:For so long theres been no-one else I care about. Jack Panos son George dropped his five studio albums: Faith, Listen Without Prejudice Vol. In the late '80s, Michael started getting more critical recognition for his work. Up until now, her death has been a mystery with one family friend claiming she had 'died of a broken heart'. While initially it was believed that the Careless Whisper singer died of a suspected heart failure, the post mortem report was inconclusive. Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. It was reported in 2005 that the couple were set to formalise their relationship with a civil partnership, but the ceremony was postponed. A TOUCHING picture shows how George Michael's family has been ripped apart by tragedy following the death of the late singer's sister on Christmas Day. According to sources, he was born in the year 1936 in Patricia, Karpasia, Cyprus. I cant get my head round it.. Updates and news about all categories will send to you. The singers most poignant and documented relationships were with long-term partner, Kenny Goss and on-agaion-off-again boyfriend, Fadi Fawaz. He is also reported to have demanded money after the singer's death, been living in his house, been sleeping rough and been arrested. The immature ensemble was short-lived, but it allowed the boys to cut their teeth and begin to spread their wings. Wed write songs and record them on a tape recorder. She was also with him for most of his life milestones, and George left the bulk of his estate to her and his other sister Yioda. To die the same day as your brother, who had died three years before. Her death had a "huge impact" on the remainder of his life, according to a close pal. I cant get my head round it.". Five years after George Michael's death, the Wham! It is understood Melanie had suffered a short illness before she passed away in hospital on Christmas day. Taking to Twitter, Andrew wrote: "Utterly tragic news of Mel Panayiotous passing. She worked as a dancer. The insider continued, "George was a hero for our community, and the Greek radio stations are expected to play the funeral in its entirety. She is said to have died of cancer. . An initial postmortem came back as inconclusive and George's friends and family spent weeks without answers or closure. Then his mum died. George later said he had remained closeted because he worried what effect his sexuality would have on his mother. I had a picture in my soul, some place warm we could hang out when were old. His manager said he died from heart failure. He was unavailable for comment on Saturday night. The majority of his estate went to his older sisters, his father, Jack, and other friends. During the morning, his partner Fadi Fawaz had come to wake George up at their home in Goring-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, but found his lifeless body in bed. Her death plunged the late singer into a deep depression as he struggled to work through his overwhelming grief. Not to mention it took five attempts to manage to end his life. , was also found to be suffering from hypertensive heart disease, obesity and bronchopneumonia. At Bushey Meads School he sat next to fellow pupil Andrew Ridgeley on his first day, and found the friend with whom he would step into the spotlight and a life of fame. George Michael's dead body was found by his boyfriend Fadi Fawaz at his home on Christmas Day, Stay up to date with our daily newsletter, Wonder Woman, Justice League, Thor, Logan and every superhero movie to look forward to until 2020: Here's the list, A secret royal getaway? He died in the year 2016, at the age of 53 years. For other inquiries, Contact Us. alive. Lesley Angold Harrison Panayiotou died on February 26, 1997. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. George. The Wham star, his sister Melanie Panayiotou, mum Lesley Angold Panayiotou and dad Kyriacos 'Jack' Panayiotou are seen posing while having dinner, George Michael and his sister Melanie Panayiotou were very close from birth, The Metropolitan Police are not treating Melanie's death as suspicious, George Michael with Andrew Ridgeley and sister Melanie Panayiotou watching Live Aid together in 1985. ", If rumours are to be believed, Michael's long-time former boyfriend Kenny Goss will also take part in the funeral ceremony. I will never stop missing you xx". On Christmas Day 2016 came the awful news that George had died at the age of just 53. The iconic star's lifeless body was found by live-in boyfriend Fadi Fawaz around lunch time on December 25 when he failed to surface. is a notable English pop duo formed in Bushey in 1981 and George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley were its members. 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The first sign of real obsession with music was with an old wind-up gramophone that mum had thrown out into the garage, George said in his 1990 autobiography, Bare. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. "This is terrible news and extremely sad for her sister and father, especially at the same time as when George died.". Panayiotou, is still alive. "As many of you know, Yog adored Christmas and he loved the idea of this film. I saw how happy they were. "She stayed indoors, had shopping delivered and rarely left the house.". Michael Jackson's Dad Is Still Alive At Age 79!! At the time of his death, George was dating haistylist Fadi Fawaz. I could see that his right hand was up to his face, with his fist clenched, with his fingers curled against his cheek," he wrote. A source told The Sun that Melanie "was there at many of the big milestones in his life, and was there by his side until the very end". He was found dead in bed, by his partner Fadi Fawaz. A teacher walks into the Classroom and says If only Yesterday was Tomorrow Today would have been a Saturday Which Day did the Teacher make this Statement? George burst onto the music scene in the early 1980s as part of Wham!. George Michael 's sister left an estate worth 6million after she died without leaving a will. His famous son, George Michael is best known as a leading creative force in music production, songwriting, vocal performance as well as visual presentation. I didnt learn about hard work from him because I could never work as hard as he did. In emails reported yesterday Fadi, 45, wrote: Im sick and tired of people asking me what happened on Christmas Day. Recalling the day they met, Andrew said: The teacher says, Weve got a new boy, whos going to look after him?, "They allot the new kid to someone they feel might be responsible enough to have a new kid in their charge so I was dying to have a go. The hairdresser also added that it was important to the family that the popstars generosity of spirit and natural empathy had touched so many people. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Kenny Goss is an art dealer and businessman who was born in Bromwood, Texas, in 1958 to "alcoholic, dysfunctional parents". ", Celeb obsessed? George's former partner Kenny Goss said that he believed the pop star's body simply 'gave up'. And it produced the 80s pop phenomenon Wham! 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Last year, he told The Mirror: "George was cursed. The Wham! For other inquiries, Contact Us. He died unexpectedly on Christmas Day in 2016 at his home in Goring-on-Thames, England. Do what you can. "When I look at my dad, thats what I see. His son was born Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou on 25 June 1963 in East Finchley, London. George Michael (born Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou; 25 June 1963 - 25 December 2016) was an English singer, songwriter and record producer. Melanie is believed to have been buried with her mum and brother in their unmarked tomb. The pair broke up in 2009 after 13 years together,which was kept quiet until George announced it on stage nearly three years later. Melanie Panayiotou 's cause of death has finally been revealed, seven months after their death. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Andros Georgiou, Michael's cousin, said he had asked the singer to seek help, but their relationship broke down following a number of rows. 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