Passing Quote by William Shatner

Its hard to take in. One of our most talented singer songwriters has left us. RIP George Michael. Such sad, tragic news. 2016 please end.

— Mick Hucknall

Unbelievable, George Michael has died at the age of 53. RIP.This dreadful year goes on and on.So sad, a real talent.

— Madonna Ciccone

RIP George Michael. I can't believe it. Such an incredible singer and a lovely human being, far too young to leave us.

— Madonna Ciccone

Sad to hear that George Michael has died.He was an exceptional artist and a strong supporter of LGBT and workers' rights.

— Nicola Sturgeon

I am thinking of George Michael's family, friends and fans. He was so loved and I hope he knew it because the sadness today…

— Boy George

I am in deep shock. I have lost a beloved friend [George Michael] - the kindest, most generous soul and a brilliant artist. My…

— Elton John

Very sad to hear the news about George Michael. An incredible talent who brought joy to millions of us with his music.

— Gary Lineker

Despite the pain of his death, George is still very much alive in my memory today. A few years on from that tragic Christmas,…

— Andrew Ridgeley

Like Jermaine was saying, it's a beautiful day, and we're just glad all of this is behind us. We can go on with our…

— Tito Jackson

In fact, with Michael Jackson, I think those mourning people... They aren't even waking Michael, they're waking the Michael Jackson of '84. They never…

— Bobcat Goldthwait

Devastating to hear of Mike Starr succumbing to his illness. So very sad. Our prayers are with his family.

— Dr Drew

We are missing Michael. But we do know we had him, and we are the world.

— Maya Angelou