James Arthur lifted his microphone and starts blasting out the chorus of George Michael's 'Careless Whisper' to the hushed audience.

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George Michael would consistently face disrespectful questions about his sexuality when promoting his music.

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Barry Gibb (right) had lived in Miami since 1975 with his wife Linda and their five children, and Michael Jackson (left) felt at home in the spacious water-front property.

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Friends of George Michael has spoken out about the impact the star had on their lives. (Clockwise from left: George Michael and Geri Halliwell, Elton John, Andrew Ridgeley, Brian May and Robbie Williams))

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