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In 1985, a young George Michael was just 21-years-old when he got on stage and sang a flawless performance of hit song 'Love’s in Need of Love Today' with none other than Stevie Wonder himself.

When a nervous George Michael, 21, sang a duet with Stevie Wonder and blew everyone away

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David Bowie wrote a funny and reflective letter to his good friend Gary Oldman (centre) to tell him of his cancer diagnosis just months before his death in 2016.

David Bowie's wicked dark humour revealed in last cancer battle letter to actor Gary Oldman

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Whitney and Kevin had a beautiful friendship

Kevin Costner's beautiful relationship with "one true love" Whitney Houston revealed

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Speaking at a press conference to announce the huge 50 night residency at the O2 arena, Michael Jackson's fans didn't know this would be the last time they would ever see their idol on stage.

Michael Jackson's poignant final words at his last public appearance before his death

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Filmed in 2007, the security guard can be seen shouting through the window of the pop star's car as George and his entourage try to enter his own concert at Wembley Stadium in 2007.

"That is not George Michael!": When security refused to let the singer into his own concert

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Freddie Mercury and Mary Austin's love story is one that has gone down in history and a video of the pair in private gives more insight into their unique relationship.

In Pictures: Freddie Mercury’s beautiful relationship with Mary Austin

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Can you guess what these ice creams are without their wrappers?

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Can you identify the flags of these Eurovision nations in our challenging quiz?

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Keith Urban chats to Smooth Country's Eamonn Kelly

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Chris Lane interview: Country star talks upcoming fatherhood and new music plans

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Kate Garraway reveals how the power of music has brought 'joy and hope' to her and Derek

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Jane McDonald and her partner Eddie Rothe

Jane McDonald writes emotional letter after death of partner Eddie Rothe

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Lindsey Buckingham with wife Kristen in 2008

Fleetwood Mac's Lindsey Buckingham splits from wife Kristen Messner after 21 years

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Tony Hadley announces solo 2022 UK tour to celebrate 40th anniversary

Tony Hadley announces solo 2022 UK tour to celebrate 40th anniversary

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'Aline' features a lookalike lead actress (left) but no mention of Celine Dion's name.

Celine Dion fans baffled as unofficial biopic 'Aline' doesn't even mention singer's name

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Julie Andrews gives lovely tribute to 'Mary Poppins' co-star Dick Van Dyke at Kennedy Center Honors

Julie Andrews gives lovely tribute to 'Mary Poppins' co-star Dick Van Dyke at Kennedy Center Honors

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Howard Donald on The Masked Dancer

Howard Donald's amazing dance moves revisited after Take That star revealed as Zip on The Masked Dancer

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Ed Sheeran, Elton John and Courteney Cox sing Phoebe's version of 'Tiny Dancer' for Lisa Kudrow

Ed Sheeran, Elton John and Courteney Cox sing Phoebe's version of 'Tiny Dancer' for Lisa Kudrow

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Robin, Maurice and Barry Gibb were guests on TV show Parkinson when the host asked them to sing their 1967 song 'Massachusetts'.

When Bee Gees gave a rare acoustic TV performance of 'Massachusetts' and brought down the house

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George Michael's ex-manager recalls how the Careless Whisper singer and The Queen met at a polo match in 1985.

When the Queen asked to meet George Michael: Royal was Wham! fan and 'knew all their hits'

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David Bowie prank called Annie Lennox on a live TV show in 2000

When mischievous David Bowie pranked Annie Lennox by calling live TV show to make song request

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Tina Turner struggled with her career in the late 1970s

How Tina Turner went from working as a cleaner in 1976 to the world's biggest popstar in 1984

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Take That

Take That's top 20 greatest songs ever, ranked

Take That

Boy George was a guest on The One Show yesterday (June 3) when Friends star David Schwimmer gave him a compliment we're sure he won't forget.

The adorable moment David Schwimmer interrupts interview to tell Boy George he's 'a massive fan'

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The Bangles' best songs

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In the Heights

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Sir Tom Jones may have been a sex symbol throughout his career but there was only one true love of his life, the star's late wife Linda (left, pictured together in 1965).

Tom Jones gives heartbreaking tribute to his late wife of 59 years who he fell in love with 'aged 12'

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Trooping the Colour

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Phil Collins

Phil Collins facts: Singer's age, wife, children, health and net worth revealed

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Art Garfunkel in 1975

Art Garfunkel facts: Singer's age, wife, children and partnership with Paul Simon explained

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Aretha And Ted White in 1961

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Josh Dylan

Who is Josh Dylan? Meet the actor who plays Young Bill in Mamma Mia 2

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Mamma Mia 2 plot hole: What years are the two films set?

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Mamma Mia cast

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Tina Turner

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Joan Armatrading

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Jason Orange

Where is Jason Orange now? Take That singer's age, partner, net worth and more facts

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Take That have had some unforgettable moments in their 30 years together

Take That's 6 most historic moments, from their 2006 reunion to Jason Orange's final performance

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Gary Barlow

Gary Barlow facts: Take That singer's age, wife, children, net worth and more revealed

Take That

Howard Donald

Howard Donald facts: Take That singer's age, wife, children and height revealed

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Robbie Williams is famous for his good looks and luscious head of hair but the singer's locks are no more after his wife took the clippers to them on Wednesday (June 2).

Robbie Williams left totally bald after wife Ayda Field shaves his head with clippers - video

Robbie Williams

Ronnie Wood and his ex-wife Jo Wood

Rolling Stones star Ronnie Wood is now recovering after second cancer battle, says ex-wife Jo Wood

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