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- George Michael opened up about his sexuality during a 1998 interview with CNN, just days after he was arrested in a Beverly Hills, California, public park where he engaged in a 'lewd act' with an undercover police officer.
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His sexuality wasn't my business....I just liked his music. My girlfriend took his passing very hard....she was actually crying. Talented man. RIP.
CD -- He just made it everyone's business
@@thephenom9695 i think youre better at being one knowing you edited it mate
@@thephenom9695 Your*
@@freddiemercury1445 no, your wrong
Him coming out is very helpful for people struggling with their own sexuality. We've got a role model. Society often makes us feel like freaks but it is normal to be gay. I'm sorry to hear about your girlfriend, hope wounds are healing
He was such a smart, articulate man.
For those who feel that George did not love Kenny, go through his music and look at videos where George made a few statements saying the he wrote a few ABOUT his feelings for Kenny. I get so tired at all of the hoopla over Anselmo being the ONLY man George really loved! His music proved that Kenny Goss held a special place in his heart. Not Fadi, but DEFINITELY Kenny. I think honestly that by Anselmo being his first homosexual lover, that put a deep place of compassion in George's heart for Anselmo. Also, it has been stated that Anselmo possibly was more experienced in REAL homosexual relationships than George. For all we know, George's heart may have been in love with the newness of feeling free SEXUALLY with Anselmo. I have met MANY women who fell madly in love with their first sexual partner. In my opinion, that could also pertain to ANY kind of sexual relationship, gay, straight, bisexual. So, my point is the RUMORS that George loved Anselmo MORE just irks me. George didn't tell his deep comparison between Anselmo and Kenny; his music stated his love for both men. ONLY George KNEW his extent of love for each man.
A true gentleman and absolutely gorgeous with an amazing voice. Great role model for gay men everywhere. Made me feel more normal when he came out.
@@hereforthecommentsbananas3826 Smolinskaya "If I had continued to be silent about my sexual orientation, I would certainly have gone crazy. That case crossed out everything I had achieved by that moment. And the confession was like self-destruction in the name of salvation. My mother died a year before, and I I had no idea how much rage lurked inside me. I am one of those who do not ask for help until the last - I just did not know how much I need it. In the end, I helped myself with my statement. "- George m.
"He was so uncomfortable in his skin." Elton John has claimed that George Michael “didn't want to live” in the days before his death in 2016, and that the singer never came to terms with his sexuality... stop its means he wasn’t.. amazing singer 🙏
@@Septbaby1958 Oh brother please. His FIRST male lover? HA! That’s rich. I guarantee a man like that(rich and good lookin), was pullin ass left and right for YEARS before that he made that comment. And nothin wrong with it.
@@Septbaby1958 I agree with a lot of what you say but I think the difference between George's love for Anselmo compared to his love for Kenny is that Anselmo died, he went from being elated and in love to deep sorrow, it's in his music. I just think the death of his first real lover left a whole in his heart that never healed. I believe he loved Kenny equally but they just broke up like other couples do, it's painful but not the same as bereavement.
Gay or straight doesnt matter. This man was gorgeous and most talented singer of all time. Being gay never diminished his talent.
Exactly ❤
Idk ab of all time
robert plant would like a word!
Wrong.... he's gay
@@l3attlefield2 Wrong.... he's gay
Never seen him an an interview before; such an intelligent, confident & refreshingly honest man he was. And so incredibly talented and humble. Such a tragedy; I can understand why Elton John collapsed in tears today while he was in the middle of singing one of his songs in his honor.
Eric Thigpen I
@@nikhilturner6422 I read how good friends they were. I also saw them kiss BRIEFLY on a video, and a picture or 2 of their locking lips. Free spirited men who could care less what others assumed about them.
I loved him so much , there will never be another George Michael or Michael Jackson
@@Septbaby1958 As a gay guy I can say we do often kiss are good friends. It's such a strong bond to meet a guy you can be yourself and support each other.
@@hereforthecommentsbananas3826 Karina Amore "I had an absolutely lame level of s.xx during all this horror between 1985 and 1994, except for the “love” I had when I was faithful to my first real partner Anselmo." I think this is false not true.. how?.. God bless
I don't give a shit that he's gay, I still really enjoyed his music...and still do
Frank Mogavero Yeah who gives a fuck what his orientation was he was a gifted songwriter/singer.. this world is literally insane.
CNN want to push the gay agenda so they focus on George Michael's sexuality.
Well said. Who gives a f*&%. Love him and always will
Frank Mogavero Amen!
Kimmie33166 Me too! I'll always love him!
The man is Dead. No matter what he has died of, please let him rest in peace. He was a Great artist, Entertainer and his songs were truly from his heart. I think George only wanted to be himself and to be truly understood, but, he was never "Allowed" to be himself. Thank you George.
Who cares about a persons sexuality. Just be a good person. Live a happy and good life, thats the hardest thing. .
Thank you! There really IS an adult here. Any person that says that being gay is evil is too immature to understand what life is all about.
And to anyone, that is Religious and disagrees with this,
Stop trying to play God.
And any non-religious man or woman,
grow up.
Thanks. ;)
Jack Redmond 😘👌🏽
Jack Redmond I'm honestly shocked at how many homophobes are in this comment section, this gives me some hope
He was a teenage idol. What a shame. Too young....
Maxine White Justin Bieber is a teen idol... this guy was a pop/soul music icon. get ya facts straight.
I’ve never been a gigantic fan of his, only liked a couple songs, but I’ve never related so much to someone in terms of sexuality/expressions in my life. He set a good example, avoiding labels and just living his life, loving whoever he loved
💯👍
He was one fine and attractive man...my gosh! It's so sad that he's gone...
R.I.P. George Michael.🌷
Leah Almirall he got fat tho
e2sguy damn.can u say something decent? So what if hr gained weight. It doesn't matter.have some respect!
Nini Hamm why he was not a respectable man he was a drug addict a pervert poop slinger and a drunk
Not even gonna go there . u are very ignorant
e2sguy he was a respectfull nice person, just bc he did drugs doesnt effect his personslity so shut the fuck up
Who cares about his sexual preferences? The man was a human being and a very talented artist.
He was not gay ! And you are right 100%
@@marimusic3411 he was also he had a boyfriend when he died
@@marimusic3411 he literally had a boyfriend, you are being very disrespectful by saying he wasn’t gay when he was.
@@marimusic3411 did you watch the video lmao he literally said it himself
@@reiwelsch he said it cuz Elton J saud that he should say it cuz media hate him and always said that he’s g.y. But where he kissed his friend Kenny this is kid hate lie. He was man who love woman but he’s style beautiful singer but a human. Thanks
As a lesbian, I really admire the way he came out, he was very cool an collected.
He wasn’t
I think it’s really sad, that he feels that he has to justify his sexuality to the world and the consequential link it had with his music. At the end of the day who cares what gender his music is for or whether he’s gay his music are masterpieces why couldn’t just appreciate it for what it was :(
@@marimusic3411 he wasn't what?
@@CaidenMcNew idk g.y.. so hard to believe ..... but he is good artist for me love his soul
@@marimusic3411 what lol? how is it hard to believe?
On top of his deeply philosophical, sensitive personality, people discriminated him for his sexuality throughout his career and treated him and Andrew poorly while in Wham! which of course spiraled him down into 20(?) years of depression and drugs after the final trigger was pulled when his lover and mother passed away. I cannot even bear to imagine what he had gone through and carry great empathy for him. He was a great man and he will be truly missed.
Kim he did not die because of drugs he died of Illness he denied ever being an addict he tried things in the 80s but he was never an addict if he is so honest here why would he need to lie about that
he got Pneumonia years ago that damaged his heart and here we sadly are
@@aprildannettegosa5381 thank you for saying this x
so beautifully put.
Damn... that man was fine, gorgeous, beautiful, handsome. Talented and an amazing singer, but that face...WOW!!
Angel Deville YASSS HE IS😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
He was eye-candy!
And he was gay. Fancied him as a young lad before I knew I was. If that makes sense. Of to Google some shirt off pictures of the gorgeous bastard
He was gay haha
THAT IS EXACTLY WHAT I WAS THINKING! it should be illegal to be that gorgeous 😂❤️❤️
Idgaf if he's gay or not. Sexuality doesn't change who u r. Coming out doesn't and shouldn't change how u see people or how people see u. He was incredible and will go down in history coz he is such a legend and has loads of great songs.
The thoughtfulness and articulation of this guy at a time when he was being relentlessly persecuted by western tabloids is astonishing. He’s talking like it’s 2023, and make zero apologies for being gay. Hero
The way the media treated him was disgraceful.
And he dgaf which is why we love him even more
The man was gorgeous!!!!
Georgios Kyriacos Panagiotou,..!
@@ggggnb5137 Super
Im not gay or bi but that's right
Yes he is especially back in his younger years😍
When I first found out he was gay. I said why are all the gay guys so nice looking. He was a real gorgeous guy and so sweet. RIP George love you always. 💜❤️😷
It doesn't matter if your gay or straight it's who you are as a person and George was a great person
I will forever love him. I grew up on his music and videos. I always knew he was gay I never gave a fuck about that. RIP George Michael
d. ganz Revelator gal Lewis simply said what Gods word declares about homosexuality . He didn't judge him besides the Bible says you can judge if it's done righteously
I miss you terribly...thankfully you are no longer being degraded and harassed by a population of people who neither respected your talent or your personal life. I will love you until I take my last breath...and after
George Michael is one of the most gifted musicians and singers that we've ever known. I admire the way he handled his outing and the way he was so candid and articulate about expressing his sexuality. R.I.P. George Michael. Truly a legend.
He's amazing. It is difficult to come out today, it was much more difficult to do so in 1998. Rest In Peace brother.
I love how the interviewer allowed George Michael to speak and let him tell his story. Well done CNN for not trying to ruin his reputation and being professional. Thankyou!!
That’s why he chose them and not the British tabloids or the American national broadcast networks.
The comments here are ridiculous. So much homophobia.
K?
I can't find any. Any way, he was a beautiful man with a god given voice. Bless him and peace on Earth.
George was my nigga
Jay West your a christophobe be tolerant to other views
He was my n word too :.....( I love ya Gorgie, you'll always have a place in my heart, always your friend Murkalicious.
Its was a different time. For me 1998 is not the same as 2024. Nowadays u can proudly came out and say your sexuality. But its brave for him in 1998
Okay. I've never been a George Michael fan at all, but he makes very reasonable points here in a reasonable and articulate way.
i’ll be forever grateful of what george michael did for music and how it helped so many other people get through hard times. i miss him so much and will never get over his death x
Can't everyone just let everyone love whoever they love and not try to judge everyone else's sex life? These right-wing SJWs are relentless.
No, you can't. They poison the minds of youth and decay the fabric of society. They are part of the reason for the lowering birth-rates and destruction of the family unit.
Moving is exactly what I would recommend to any man wishing to raise a family. Doing so in the Degenerate States of America is practically a suicide mission in the 21st Century.
Lawrence Kithinji A SJW is anyone who tries to shut down conversations by having public outrage over what they perceive as "offensive" behavior, language, etc. The person above you is a right-wing SJW. They find homosexuals to be "offensive" and are crying and whining about it. Also, FOX News being offended by Bill Clinton's affair, being outraged by rap music, or by being called deplorables, are all examples of right-wing SJWs.
gfgf fgff There is no evidence of that. Evidence shows that homosexual parents, who adopt children, on average, have a more productive household, and everything else being equal, the child does better in a household with homosexual parents than in a household with heterosexual parents. Also, using your logic, wouldn't infertile couples be "scum" as well. Just admit it. You hate gat people because you are a closeted homosexual. There are actual studies that show that a homophobe is almost always a closeted homosexual who has been repressed by Islamic culture or Christian culture, etc.
SJW are commies, liberals, and subversive western civilization corroders.
He knows just how to explain things - in a gentle, knowledgeable way .
he was a beautiful soul
What an intelligent, articulate and deeply self aware man he was. He was an incredible song writer and an awe inspiring performer. George-you were a gift from on high. I wept when I heard of your death. Your incredible humanity is being revealed everyday now in the press. Thank you for sharing your gifts with the world. Love you always
My advice to all people famous, or not famous. Your private life is private. You owe no explanations or clarifications about anything which concerns your private life.
George was a GREAT musical performer and I really enjoyed listening and watching him.
What else should be of importance to me? NOTHING
I have only on TABOO and that is anything to remotely do with pederasty, which has not to do in relation with this comment. I have no idea as to the cause of his young passing, but my prayers and best wishes are sent to him from everyone who loved his music. Everyone must listen to Michael sing the song, Brother, can you spare a dime? One of the most passionate performances in all of popular music. Ron
he took his perversions public,,,
wrong,,,
Ron Walker he was a great pervert and fudge packer
Ron Walker ...like Queen Latifah....She doesn't comment on it and she's had an amazing career.
wow....such a kind hearted man down to earth it's sad that he is gone this soon
Who cares if he was gay, he was a legend
So sad that all this drove him to his grave. I hope the people who hounded him feel guilty. All the man ever wanted to do was make music and wonderful music that is. I've loved everything about him for 27 years sad to know he's gone 😢🥀
IT DIDN'T HE GOT SICK
people go to concerts for entertaiment. not judge their personal lives.
His sexuality made absolutely no difference in how I felt when I heard his beautiful voice in all his songs. He’s a beautiful soul taken way too soon. RIP George Michael 💜💜
One thing that people tend to overlook (or at least not mention) about GM is how amazingly intelligent and eloquent he was.
I listen to mostly rap but George is the only gay artist music that I've liked. He had a great voice.
2Pac was gay as well as Ja Rule and Lil Scrappy. And 50 Cent seems to be leaning towards being bisexual.
Xavier Michaels but rap is gay
brandon2932 😂😂😂😂😂🤐
brandon2932 rap is crap
those are all rumors
For me by far the saddest celeb death of this year, where btw several big names have gone. He pretty much had everything in terms of a music artist (highest calibre), but he had huge likablity factor. Carried himself well on the whole, modest, kind,caring,introvert. When you think of the biggest male singers from Britain for the past 30+ years, two come to mind, George Michael & Elton John. Not going to bad mouth Elton, but i get the sense that the nation had an doration for George Michael as a person beside his music talent. Like you're not suppose to pick fav out of your children,brothers/sisters or cousins, etc... but deep down you might have one. That was George Michael IMO. Peoples fav!
Who gives a flying fuck if he was gay or not? - The man was truly talented and made great music & gave happiness to many people, he was also a very generous person who gave money to charities. Besides that, most of the UK pop stars moved to the US. But this guy kept it real. He lived and died here in the UK.
I will give George credit, he did what he needed to do, acted as he needed to sell 25 Million Faith records.....I love that fact that many people who were probably anti-gay at the time bought his album and jammed to it......
Why it matters what he was into I didnt understand when I was 10 in 1988...the music was good.
He was very Christian, and we can see that in the reward he got with that incredible talent to create beauty and to move millions of people emotionally. Very blessed special guy.
I love that he was clear that he was not ashamed of his sexuality but rather acknowledges that he is “compelled” to have this public conversation because of his behavior that exposed him. I think in general NOBODY wants to have a conversation about their sexuality; public figures are harassed into it by nosy, entitled viewing public.
...Love his humanity. R.I.P. George.
The interviewer is dry!
George Michael took an embarrassing situation and was forthright and bluntly honest. The facts and that's it. Michael even lampooned it with the video for "Outside" and that was great
Courageous , sincere , so was he during his whole life . Honest , generous . Realy as he said " a lovely personality " . What a terrible loss !!! ❤
I loved George Michael hes soo cute his accent, eyes and fashion also voice is adorable
honestly i dont even have the words for how great he was
He was an unbelievable talent, I could care less about his sexuality. I wish he was still here. RIP George
He was blessed by God and had his message to deliver to the world. He was a very special man, and the evidence he has left behind is how many millions of people he has moved, how many lives he has touched and how talented he was.
What was his message?
@@stephanieshefer5545 that HES GAY
@@stephanieshefer5545 Be kind, be human.
At least women got him for a decade
His voice was and still is epic so sad he is no longer here :(
Don't you think it's odd how the only people who are saying being gay is a choice are straight 🤐 Because they would know right, smh.
Oscar _jcd I know right? Ignorant f*ckers!
eternalgemini yesss!
who cares why it happens or why George was he had a right to be happy and be himself just because a few can't handle a pop star being gay he is supposed to hide in his room in shame hell no
@Dalton Austin nah
You think being straight is a choice?
A total Don.
"I don't feel any shame"
And why should he have? We loved him in our house and never cared about his private life or who he slept with it's all about the music with George Michael, and he was a giant of a songwriter, singer, producer and performer.
I'm straight. Always have been, always will be. But George was damn sexy and a classy guy.
I like that the interviewer is respectful to what he’s saying. George Michael is the man!
He's more Bi, he was such gorgeous man and talented.
He said he wasn’t in several interviews and documentaries he was still hanging on to the part of him that liked women but he knew it was men he was more interested in. He was and still always will be one of the greatest pop stars England have had his lyrics and his own musical talent is astounding! He was a proud man and lived his life his way with no apologies and that’s bad ass!
R.I.P george a great guy.
I not only thank George Micheal for his music, i thank him for reducing homophobia ❤️ He is a good representative for gay people and he has given people a different view
I always loved his music. I never cared about his sexual orientation.
His great talent should not be overshadowed by his homosexuality.
RIP
ur saying that as if homosexuality is a bad thing
@@ryderstine8773
Did You even stop for just one second to think about the fact that that's Your personal interpretation, and not how others may see this comment?
Love is love
@@lena-mariaglouis-charles7036how else are you supposed to read “his great talent should not be overshadowed by his homosexuality.” ?
As a straight man I recognized his sexuality from day one with WHAM, his talents and professionilsm as a songwriter, singer and producer trumps anything about his preferences sexually. I've always enjoyed his music and talents. As I too was born in 1963 and gone through those days of secretly and uncalled for discrimination back in the 80's.
I honestly teared up after when he passed away, George gave so much of joy to all of us who appreciate him for his major talents he is so missed but his music lives on forever in the hearts and minds for those of us who appreciated him.
I've never cared about his private life may therefore like some artists, he really was incredibly talented👍😢Brilliant voice, intelligent man, whose music will last forever❤️Anyone will be hard to match his level! I have never been moved by someone's, the artist death as his. It's unbelievable and sad😢
Wow he was so candid and articulate...bravo!
he was so hot in the 90s.
Diffinitely eye candy👁👄👁
We are all hot when the temperature is in the 90s, tho. 😛
i get very annoyed people conpartmentalising him down to just been gay and totally dismissing his amazing talent. (i think his one of the most vocally gifted singers ever) & his huge kindness giving millions to charity and good causes thought out his life.
I didn't care whether he was gay or not. He was an excellent singing artist and was a free spirit. It was his life and he was a handsome man. RIP George Michaels, your songs are the worlds memories of your talent.
Never mind his sexualidad. He was a great artist who willl live for ever in our hearts.
Rest in peace George!
My favorite artist of all time, George Michael was an amazing singer and pop icon. ❤
I loved George Michael any way , it was his life not mine , being gay does not take away from his music or being a good honest man , he was a good man , very kind , very talented
the fact that he was gay makes him 1000% more attractive
I personally couldn't care about George's sexuality I liked him for who he was a truly wonderful man a great singer songwriter and he was absolutely brilliant handsome amazing RIP George sleep peacefully you were so loved by many xxxxx
Thanks George Michael for your great music bud. Had lots of good memories with your music. May you rip and be in a better place.
he was lightyears ahead of his time! talking openly about being gay in the 90s is a feat within itself.
back then saying you were gay turns into a sin, but nowadays someone says it as a joke and it turns into a massive meme lmao
I love George Michael his sexuality never should define the person he was..we should b allowed to love who we want..with no judgments..but sad thing is that's not the case. ppl live to judge the next person when they are not perfect.
Yes it is a bit odd that people define themselves and others by what they do with their genitals, and ignore other more defining qualities like personality and skills... I would hate to do down in history as the heterosexual dude...
So true
RED TATTED plenty of gay people today don't get the crap he got all his career they were jealous of George the media was and still are thats why he got flack
George was Perfect
he was such a handsome man
I don't get why people hate gay people I don't hate them because they are humans and when I heard that George Michael was gay I was like okay good for him if he is happy I happy
you are ustashi
You’re a sweetheart :)
I can only imagine the amount of teen girls crying after this interview happened.
So freaking honest. It's his business alone.
it's ridiculous that so many focused on his sensuality instead of his genius in the musical arena; he was continuously questioned about him being gay, and about the whole restroom incident. Probably one of the reasons he turned to drugs. I hope he is at peace, I'm still sad that he passed alone on Christmas Eve. You are forever loved George Michael, your legacy lives on through your music.
Wasn’t this interview soon after George “official” came out? I remember what happened leading up to this and it was a huge scandal. George’s sexuality had nothing to do with his ability to sing and make people come together through music. I feel bad that he had to address his sexuality so publicly. I wish I could’ve given him a huge!! Things are a bit different now. Almost everyone discusses their sexuality without issues or backlash. Maybe that was part of the reason he was here on earth. To show and say, this is me and I’m not ashamed. Live your truth. I’m a grown woman now but I still have a crush on him. I’ve been listening to his music all morning! Thank you for the memories & the music!! ❤️ R.I.P. George Michael.❤️
And THIS is why he kept quiet for so long. As soon as someone is outed, they spend the rest of their lives having to answer to it.
he is so lovely, beautiful, intelligent, and talented. George Michael Forever
I ALWAYSED LOVED Geroge Michael and his music 🎶 🎵 🎧, he was a TALENTED MAN and his coming out as gay inspired my coming out as gay in a way that wasn’t difficult. May his soul Rest In Peace 💙🙏🏾
S. I. P George.. Gone but ur songs will live on and on in our hearts
No, another one of my few favs. Thank you handsome for your music and beautiful vocals. George Michael, rest in perfect Peace!
He was so gorgeous, so beautiful as a person too!
Why did he have to justify himself? That is crazy how ppl reacted when he did his coming out! I remember when I was child, it was Cccrazy! When listening to him, it feels like that he is embarrassed to tell all these words. It is sad. Ppl should live the way they want to.
WOW what a lucky undercover police officer, George was so hot
He did something with the officer?
i dont give a damn who he loves male or female! i was in love with him as a teen i still love him! rest in peace ,
me too Bonnie Stull I love him as he is and I will mourn him forever a star that will shine on for eternity specially in my heart
Just realized that he sounds like Simon Cowell 😀
Amazingly generous, gifted man, obviously blessed by God, as he was such a good person. He is above human judgement.
no??
I grew up listening to George Michael and I must say that he is a legend I miss you 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗 big time George Michael by Steve Irungu Jermaine
Dopest artist of my time....hell of ALL TIME......I wasn't worried about his sexual preference....and I'm sure he wasn't worried about mine....I love him for bringing dope music in my life...and leaving me with it.....God bless and rest easy
GM deserves our respect for his honesty and integrity. He must be suffering for the past 10 years for hiding his sexuality. His music went to any higher level after publicly acknowledged he was gay. Love his music and person.
every straight person in comment saying “his sexuality doesn’t matter”, i get that you’re trying to be supportive but that’s not what support looks like. his sexuality DOES matter. it’s an important part of him and his life. it should be celebrated and i’m glad that george was proud of his sexuality
He had sex with strangers in the park while he was with Kenny and Fawzi and later got HIV. His lab tests were never disclosed.
PREACH
Then I guess straight sexuality should also be celebrated since we’re been foolish🙄
I grew up with his music and have always been a fan. After he died, all those stories started coming out regarding his generous philanthropic efforts. And the only caveat he had was the good deeds must be kept a secret until after his death.
What an incredible man.
George Michael was one of the best examples of a Christian that you can ever have, especially with his generosity. He obviously found Jesus and had a very special relationship with him.
He wasn't religious at all.