Fans mourn pop’s George Michael as charities reveal his work
LONDON — Grieving fans on Monday mourned the death of George Michael as British charities revealed that the pop star had secretly been a major behind-the-scenes donor who gave his time and money to support cherished causes.
The man with the reputation for self-indulgence had actually given millions of pounds (dollars) to charities involved with helping children, cancer victims and AIDS sufferers.
He was also remembered for small acts of kindness: helping his village in north London get a Christmas tree, and volunteering at a homeless shelter.
Former Beatle Paul McCartney posted a statement on his website praising Michael’s “sweet soul music,” which he said will live on.