Adiós a George Michael: Hollywood y el mundo de la música se despiden del ¿último? icono muerto en 2016

2016 se ha cobrado otra víctima. George Michael falleció ayer en su casa a los 53 años, irónicamente después de celebrar su última Navidad (título de uno de sus grandes éxitos). Al parecer, fue un ataque al corazón lo que acabó con este otro icono que muere el mismo año en el que nos dejaron David Bowie, Alan Rickman, Prince, Muhammad Ali, Gene Wilder, Leonard Cohen… miedo le tengo a 2017.

Como viene siendo habitual en estos casos, Internet se inunda de homenajes, anécdotas, fotografías, vídeos, canciones, reacciones de sorpresa y de tristeza por la noticia. Amigos, compañeros, estrellas de Hollywood y del mundo de la música, se suman a los fans del popular cantante en las redes sociales. A continuación he recopilado los mensajes más destacados, si crees que me falta alguno importante no dudes en comentarlo:

Heartbroken at the loss of my beloved friend Yog. Me, his loved ones, his friends, the world of music, the world at large. 4ever loved. A xx https://t.co/OlGTm4D9O6

— Andrew Ridgeley (@ajridgeley) 26 de diciembre de 2016

Last Christmas indeed. RIP George Micheal https://t.co/Fn4UWJvFPm

— Talib Kweli Greene (@TalibKweli) 26 de diciembre de 2016

RIP George Michael

— Russell Crowe (@russellcrowe) 25 de diciembre de 2016

Rest with the glittering stars, George Michael. You've found your Freedom, your Faith. It was your Last Christmas, and we shall miss you.

— George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) 25 de diciembre de 2016

Who sang more beautifully than George Michael?
No one.
No one.https://t.co/pcoXQVtIDQ

— ABFoundation (@ABFalecbaldwin) 26 de diciembre de 2016

I've loved George Michael for as long as I can remember. He was an absolute inspiration. Always ahead of his time.

— James Corden (@JKCorden) 25 de diciembre de 2016

George Michael wrote Praying for Time 25 years ago but I truly believe it's message means more now than ever. https://t.co/f03zlWYbLa

— James Corden (@JKCorden) 25 de diciembre de 2016

My god. Rest in paradise @GeorgeMichael–an icon, an ally, a legend. pic.twitter.com/MfxPVFG0B2

— Margaret Cho (@margaretcho) 25 de diciembre de 2016

So sorry to hear of the passing of George Michael. My prayers and condolences go out to his family, friends and fans.

— Gloria Gaynor (@gloriagaynor) 25 de diciembre de 2016

So sad to hear @GeorgeMichael passed away today. Loved his music and his heart. #LastChristmas #RIP

— Katie Couric (@katiecouric) 25 de diciembre de 2016

absolutely devastated about george michael. what a fucked up way to end this year. rest in peace my friend….

— Belinda Carlisle (@belindaofficial) 26 de diciembre de 2016

So sad to hear of George Michael passing. Beautiful inside and out. Thank you for the music ❤️

— Leona Lewis (@leonalewis) 26 de diciembre de 2016

So sad to hear about George Michael.The sound of a generation.He inspired CarpoolKaraoke when he filmed this with us https://t.co/accTBXlkXw

— Ben Winston (@benwinston) 25 de diciembre de 2016

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

— Bryan Adams (@bryanadams) 25 de diciembre de 2016

OMG. In shock at George Michaels passing. At 53!?! I can't…RIP. Your music brought the world such joy.🙏🏻

— Debra Messing (@DebraMessing) 25 de diciembre de 2016

George Michael, too? No more,2016. No more.

— St. Vincent (@st_vincent) 26 de diciembre de 2016

George Michael was a kind and gentle soul. #Wham

— Ryan Reynolds (@VancityReynolds) 26 de diciembre de 2016

Omg #GeorgeMichael noooo! No No No No No! We have lost too many beautiful souls this year. #rip you will be greatly missed.

— LeAnn Rimes Cibrian (@leannrimes) 25 de diciembre de 2016

Is this year over yet? Too many people are passing away. Rest In Peace, George Michael. ☹️

— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) 25 de diciembre de 2016

2016. Really? REALLY?! George Michael?! Unbelievably sad.

— Kevin McHale (@druidDUDE) 25 de diciembre de 2016

Very sad to hear that George Michael passed. He was a very talented musician and singer. Love & mercy to his family, friends and fans.

— Brian Wilson (@BrianWilsonLive) 25 de diciembre de 2016

Miss you already! Thank you for your radical activism in the LGBTQ community! Love you always! @happyhippiefdn pic.twitter.com/nBCxjEstDo

— Miley Ray Cyrus (@MileyCyrus) 26 de diciembre de 2016

Another beautiful voice gone too soon. #ripgeorgemichael

— josh groban (@joshgroban) 26 de diciembre de 2016

Wow. RIP George Michael pic.twitter.com/sVgRYnfm6J

— Randy Jackson (@YO_RANDYJACKSON) 25 de diciembre de 2016

RIP George Michael. So good-humoured and self-deprecating when he joined us in Extras. 2016 just won't give us a break

— Stephen Merchant (@StephenMerchant) 26 de diciembre de 2016

Oh my god. RIP George Michael. So very sad. What a terrible year.

— Kumail Nanjiani (@kumailn) 25 de diciembre de 2016

Come on 2016 this is getting ridiculous. RIP George Michael💔 https://t.co/Z2GpiLl9um

— Audra McDonald (@AudraEqualityMc) 25 de diciembre de 2016

Had the pleasure of knowing George Michael in the 80s. Voice of an angel. Now he can sing for them.

— Rob Lowe (@RobLowe) 26 de diciembre de 2016

RIP George Michael 👆🏾

— Jordan Peele (@JordanPeele) 25 de diciembre de 2016

RIP George Michael. Gone too soon.

— Lynda Carter (@RealLyndaCarter) 25 de diciembre de 2016

Rest In Peace George Michael. Thank you for "Faith".

— Estelle (@EstelleDarlings) 25 de diciembre de 2016

R.I.P George Michael. Mari and I and our family are gutted. He was a true gentleman, one of the… https://t.co/f0SiZjonpQ

— Rob Thomas (@ThisIsRobThomas) 26 de diciembre de 2016

Stunned. George Michael. A talented and gentle soul. May you rest in Gods love and Peace 🙏🏿 #RIPGeorgeMichael

— MC HAMMER (@MCHammer) 26 de diciembre de 2016

Floored by the news of George Michael's passing. A fantastic & talented singer. Soulful#Wham #CarelessWhisper #Faith #Freedom #LastXmas pic.twitter.com/y7rpWmG0wG

— Mario Lopez (@MarioLopezExtra) 25 de diciembre de 2016

I just heard about my friend @GeorgeMichael's death. He was such a brilliant talent. I'm so sad.

— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) 25 de diciembre de 2016

Unbelievable.
RIP George Michael.

— Ricky Gervais (@rickygervais) 25 de diciembre de 2016

What a shock. Sad to hear George Michael has left us. https://t.co/Uo90xjxOuy via @youtube

— Elijah Wood (@elijahwood) 26 de diciembre de 2016

1/ Feel like George Michael heard the Carrie Fisher news, got up in Death's face, and said…

— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) 26 de diciembre de 2016

2/ "Not having it, honey. Nope. Take me. Get your stupid farm implement & let's go. I wanna see David & Prince anyway."

— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) 26 de diciembre de 2016

You have given the #world an amazing gift! What a #talent! What a #loss! We will continue to love you! #RIP George Michael! 🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/plb7KjXOaP

— La Toya Jackson (@latoyajackson) 26 de diciembre de 2016

George Michael

Read: https://t.co/z669xGdjwM

— Boy George (@BoyGeorge) 26 de diciembre de 2016

@GeorgeMichael. Words can't express how much you and your music meant and means to me. Please play his music as loud as you can today… pic.twitter.com/ojnEircyQM

— Sam Smith (@samsmithworld) 26 de diciembre de 2016

I would not be the artist I am if it wasn't for you. @GeorgeMichael

— Sam Smith (@samsmithworld) 26 de diciembre de 2016

I Won't Let You Down I Will Not Give You Up Gotta Have Some Faith In The Sound It's The One Good Thing That I've Got I Won't Let You Down So Please Don't Give Me Up 'Cause I Would Really, Really Love, To Stick Around, Oh Yeah… #RestInParadise George Michael #Freedom #YouveGottaGiveForWhatYouTake

Una foto publicada por rosariodawson (@rosariodawson) el 25 de Dic de 2016 a la(s) 3:50 PST

I am in deep shock. I have lost a beloved friend – the kindest, most generous soul and a brilliant artist. My heart goes out to his family, friends and all of his fans. @GeorgeMichael #RIP

Una foto publicada por Elton John (@eltonjohn) el 25 de Dic de 2016 a la(s) 3:24 PST