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George Michael, the founding member of Wham!, died peacefully in his sleep over the Christmas period at the age of 53.

"It is with great sadness that we can confirm our beloved son, brother and friend George passed away peacefully at home over the Christmas period," his family said in a statement. The family also asked to respect their privacy "at this difficult and emotional time."

His death inspired a wave of tweets about how generous George Michael was during his life.

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    People Are Sharing Stories About George Michael's Incredible Generosity

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    Dan Robinson
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do you remember the call he made to Capitol Radio's 'Help a London Child' and doubled the total amount raised??

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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love these stories, but don't understand the negative comments. Haven't you ever heard of 'don't speak ill of the dead'? Comment away if you're perfect. RIP George.

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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sarah Ray - do you not think that maybe the stranger was perhaps invited to that cafe by a friend who she talked to about being in debt? Just because someone is IN a cafe, doesn't mean they are spending any money. Or, she may have given money for a coffee. Ultimately NOBODY knows the background information about this story apart from those involved - so please THINK before you make a sarcastic & spiteful comment about a situation you know NOTHING about. It does not make you look clever - it makes you look shallow, bitter and cold-hearted. The whole point about these posts is for people to post NICE comments about George Michael. Were you not taught common courtesy? Were you not told "if you can't say anything nice, it is better to say nothing at all"? Even if you did not like him or his music, or you thought he was an awful person... that is fine... they are your thoughts... no-one else's. That's the way THOSE kinds of thoughts should remain... to yourself.

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