Sir Elton John remembers George Michael in emotional tribute

It is hard to believe that it was less than two months ago that music icon George Michael tragically died at his home on Christmas day.

His body is yet to be released to his family as they await the results of toxicology reports and his friends are still in shock at his passsing, with many coming forward to share the late singer’s secret acts of kindness.

Now his good pal Sir Elton John has paid tribute to George during his Apple Beats 1 radio show, recalling the good times they spent together, and said the singer should be remembered for his “wonderful music” and as one of the “most brilliant” artists the UK has ever produced.

Speaking about the ‘Careless Whisper’ hitmaker on Tuesday, he said: “I wanted to do a little tribute to him on the show because not only was he a good friend, but he was probably one of the most brilliant songwriters this country’s ever produced, and certainly one of the best vocalist ever. One of the best in the world.”

On their close bond, he shared: “It was an amazing friendship based on music to start with, and I remember sitting in the car just off of Hyde Park listening to a cassette of ‘Wake Me Up Before You Go Go’ and I said, ‘George, that’s the nearest record I’ve heard to a Motown record for years and years’.

“It was such a great record, and he and I became great friends.”

And Sir Elton, 69, says George’s “humanity” will be sorely missed.

He added: “I just want to remember him for his wonderful music and his kindness, which people are commenting on.”

“He was the kindest, most generous man, and did it without wanting any publicity. I’ve seen him being so kind to so many people. I’ll miss him so much for his music but more than anything his humanity.”