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GEORGE MICHAEL DEATH MYSTERY

George Michael’s cause of death still unclear after postmortem was ‘inconclusive’

Further tests into the tragic star's sudden death will be needed following yesterday's investigations

GEORGE Michael's cause of death remains unclear after his postmortem came back "inconclusive".

Further tests into the tragic star's sudden death will be needed following yesterday's investigations.

George Michael got to 53 despite a lifetime of drugs and excess
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George Michael's cause of death remains unclear after his postmortem came back 'inconclusive'Credit: PA:Press Association
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Fans across the globe have been left stunned by the star's sudden death on Christmas DayCredit: Getty Images

A statement said: "A Post Mortem examination was carried out yesterday as part of the investigation into the death of George Michael.

"The cause of death is inconclusive and further tests will now be carried out. The results of these tests are unlikely to be known for several weeks.

"Thames Valley Police will prepare a file for the Oxfordshire Coroner.

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Further tests are needed to determine the Careless Whisper singer's cause of death, police sayCredit: Getty Images
Fadi Fawaz and George Michael
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George was found dead in his bed by partner Fadi Fawaz on Christmas Day

"Mr Michael’s death is still being treated as unexplained but not suspicious."

George – whose real name is Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou – was discovered in bed at his home in Goring-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, by his partner Fadi Fawaz on Christmas Day.

Devastated Fadi later tweeted: “It's a xmas i will never forget finding your partner dead peacefully in bed first thing in the morning.. I will never stop missing you xx.”

Tributes have been flooding in from around the world, and a big concert held in George’s name is being planned by his celebrity friends.

A petition calling for George to receive a posthumous knighthood has gained more than 18,000 supporters in three days.

The online petition argues: “George Michael deserves a posthumous knighthood for his combined contribution towards music and his unwavering support for many of the charities that he generously supported throughout his life.

“Arguably Great Britain’s most celebrated artist, he touched many lives and was a huge ambassador with generous contributions and giving much of his time in supporting Macmillan Cancer Support, Children in need, The Princes Trust, Terence Higgins Trust and Famine relief.

“These are just  a few the causes that have come to light in the wake of his untimely passing. He was also a staunch supporter for LGBT causes.”

George Michael has died age 53 from suspected heart failure
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George Michael tragically died on Christmas Day - sending shockwaves across the worldCredit: Getty Images
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Hundreds of tributes have been left outside George's home in LondonCredit: SWNS:South West News Service

It comes as fans across the globe have been left stunned by the Careless Whisper singer's sudden death, which came amid reports he was planning to start a family with partner Fadi in just a few months.

Fadi, 43, also shared the late singer’s unpublished song This Kind of Love with grieving fans as part of a tribute to George — leading many to call for the song to be officially released.

In a statement, , saying: "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.

"The family would ask that their privacy be respected at this difficult and emotional time.

"There will be no further comment at this stage."

Friends of the family say hairdresser Melanie, 55, is set to receive up to £50million following the pop star’s death on Christmas Day.



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