GEORGE MICHAEL

George Michael remains one of the foremost icons of the 1980s, starting from his success with the duo Wham! before establishing a solo career. He also gets credit as one of music’s best-selling artists, with over 80 million records sold around the world. I’m sure you’re familiar with Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go, Careless Whisper, and Last Christmas—these are still beloved by many even today.

During his career, he received numerous accolades, including two Grammys. George was also a staunch advocate of LGBT rights and came out as gay back in 1998. Although he used to sleep with women before, he was always open about his sexuality. Even when he was arrested in 1988 for public lewdness, he stays true to himself. Michael also got into a car accident in 2013 where he had head injuries after. He passed away in 2016. George was 53 years old then.