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Sir Elton John to sing Princess Diana style tribute at George Michael's funeral

It has been reported that Sir Elton John will pay homage to the late George Michael by performing at his funeral.

(Photo: RICHARD YOUNG/REX/Shutterstock)
(Photo: RICHARD YOUNG/REX/Shutterstock)

The 69-year-old songwriter memorably sang ‘Candle In The Wind’ at Princess Diana’s funeral in Westminster Abbey, London, almost 20 years ago, and he’s planning to take to his piano and sing a touching version of their hit duet ‘Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me’, which they recorded in 1992, when the Wham! singer is laid to rest next year following his death over Christmas.

Details on George’s funeral are yet to be announced, but it’s highly unlikely there will be a dry eye in the room as Sir Elton is determined to pull out all the stops.

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(Photo: Alladyce/REX/Shutterstock)

A showbiz insider told the Daily Star newspaper: “There will be so many mourners and friends. It will be the biggest funeral since George’s mate Di’s. Elton will sing as he did for Diana’s funeral as a final farewell.”

It’s thought there could be two ceremonies so that his family and his fans can pay their respects, as his relatives have been blown away by how many people have been affected by his death.

George’s publicist said: “We have been touched beyond words by the incredible outpouring of love for him in the hours and days since his death.”

Photo: (RICHARD YOUNG/REX/Shutterstock)
Photo: (RICHARD YOUNG/REX/Shutterstock)

The ‘Careless Whisper’ hitmaker tragically passed away at his home in Goring-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, on Christmas Day from heart failure.

Shortly after his death had been announced, Elton took to his Twitter account to pay tribute to his “beloved friend” and praise him on his generosity and talent.

He wrote: “I am in deep shock. I have lost a beloved friend – the kindest, most generous soul and a brilliant artist. My heart goes out to his family and all of his fans. @GeorgeMichael #RIP”