George Michael‘s loved ones were finally able to lay the singer to rest — and managed to keep the funeral private, as he would have wished.
Former Wham! bandmate Andrew Ridgeley and Michael’s partner Fadi Fawaz were among the mourners who gathered for the ceremony, which was held at London’s Highgate Cemetery. There was no hearse, and the body of the 53-year-old singer, who died on Christmas Day, is believed to have arrived inside a private ambulance.
The family did issue a statement saying, “We can confirm that the funeral of the singer George Michael took place today. George Michael’s family would like to thank his fans across the world for their many messages of love and support. We ask that the family’s wish for privacy be respected so that they can continue to live their lives privately, away from any media intrusion.” (Daily Mail)
