People . A pop superstar gone too soon. George michael passed away this afternoon at his home outside london. Sergio joins us with more on the artists career and reaction from fans. Sergio . In a brief statement, the local police said an autopsy will be performed. His death is unexplained, but not suspicious. According to billboard magazine and the hollywood reporter, George Michael was found in bed in his home outside london. His manager said he died of Heart Failure. Wake me up he shot to fame in 1984 as the lead singer of wham and his music was part of a sound track of a generation and his death a shock for fans. He was an icon. Very energetic, entertaining person. Its a tragedy to see him go. What are is with 2016 and us losing all of our favorite people . He collaborated with numerous artists and went on to a successful solo career that included controversial hits. His private life became public after what he admitted was an embarrassing arrest after lewd behavior in Beverly Hills