Oct 18, 2022
James Gavin’s stunning biography of pop star George Michael—simply entitled George Michael: A Life—dives deep into an enigmatic, charismatic figure who dominated pop music in the 1980s and ‘90s, but never seemed to find peace and happiness.
James’s thorough and riveting account of Michael’s life traces how his battles with his own sexuality, his larger-than-life image, tabloid taunting, and his massive insecurities kept him from fully embracing his extraordinary talent and accomplishments.
We talk with James about Michael’s struggle to be taken seriously, his heartbreaking battle with substance abuse, his formative friendship with Wham! partner Andrew Ridgeley, and his legacy—and we share some of our own personal connection to the singer.
Read (and listen and watch!) more:
- George Michael: A Life by James Gavin
- James Gavin online
- “Heal the Pain” by George Michael
- “Freedom ‘90” video
- “Heaven Help Me” by Deon Estus feat. George Michael
- “One More Try” video
- “Kissing a Fool” by George Michael
- “Jesus to a Child” video
- George Michael: Freedom Uncut documentary
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