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TRIBUTES SET FOR MUSIC ICONS PRINCE AND GEORGE MICHAEL ON THE 59TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS®

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buzzz worthy. . .   Music's Biggest Night ®  — Hosted By James Corden — Airs Live On CBS, Feb. 12, 2017   SANTA MONICA, Calif. (Feb. 8, 2017) —  The Recording Academy ®  has announced plans to honor two-time GRAMMY ®  winner  George Michael  and seven-time GRAMMY winner  Prince  with two unforgettable tribute segments on the  59th Annual GRAMMY Awards ® . While specific details for the tribute performances, including who will participate in each, remain under wraps, previously announced performers include  Adele , Kelsea Ballerini ,  William Bell ,  Chance The Rapper ,  Gary Clark Jr .,  Daft Punk , Andra Day , Cynthia Erivo ,  Tori Kelly ,  Alicia Keys ,  Lady Gaga , John Legend ,  Little Big Town , Demi Lovato ,  Lukas Graham ,  Bruno Mars ,  Metallica ,  Maren Morris ,  Anderson .Paak , Katy Perry ,  Sturgill Simpson ,  A Tribe Called Quest...

The Recording Academy® Statement on the passing of George Michael

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buzzz worthy. . . Christmas 2016 was the last Christmas for British Pop singer George Michael.  Michael started out as one half of the group Wham! delivering such hits as "Wake Me Up Before You Go" and later enjoyed a highly successful solo career starting in 1987 where he sold millions as a solo act. He eventually confirmed rumors that he was gay. Michaels died peacefully in his home in England at the age of 53. His publicist release the following statment:  "It is with great sadness that we can confirm our beloved son, brother and friend George passed away peacefully at home over the Christmas period. The family would ask that their privacy be respected at this difficult and emotional time. There will be no further comment at this stage."    Thames police did not suspect foul play. The Recording Academy released the following statement on the star's passing: Dec. 25, 2016 We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of two-time GRAMMY ®  Aw...