George Michael was born on June 25, 1963, in London, England. He began his music career in the 1980s as a member of the duo Wham! with his bandmate Andrew Ridgeley. The duo achieved international success with hits such as 'Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go' and 'Careless Whisper'. In the late 1980s, Michael began his solo career and released several successful albums, including 'Faith' and 'Listen Without Prejudice'. He has performed at numerous live events throughout his career, including concerts, music festivals, and charity events.