Fellow artists mourn George Michael
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Wham! co-founder George Michael died of heart failure on Christmas Day at the age of 53.
Elton John wrote on Twitter "I am in deep shock. I have lost a beloved friend — the kindest, most generous soul and a brilliant artist."
And Madonna posted "Farewell My Friend! Another Great Artist leaves us."
He recorded "One More Try" from his last album "Symphonica" live with an orchestra during a tour in 2011.
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