George Michael's Style Legacy: From Lonsdale Boots to Supermodel Friends
George Michael, who died at 53 with over 80 million records sold, is remembered not only as a pop icon but as a major trendsetter. His 1984 video for 'Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go' featured a revolutionary all-white outfit with Lonsdale boxing boots, boosting the British sportswear brand. Michael's eclectic fashion choices, meticulous hairstyles, vast sunglasses collection, and friendships with supermodels Naomi Campbell, Linda Evangelista, Christy Turlington, and Cindy Crawford shaped taste in the 1980s and 1990s. He launched his solo career in 1987 with the album 'Faith' and the explicit single 'I Want Your Sex'.
Key facts
- George Michael died at age 53.
- He sold over 80 million records worldwide.
- He was part of the duo Wham! with Andrew Ridgeley.
- His solo career began in 1987 with the album 'Faith'.
- The video for 'Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go' (1984) featured Lonsdale boxing boots.
- Lonsdale is a British sportswear company specializing in boxing accessories.
- Michael had friendships with supermodels Naomi Campbell, Linda Evangelista, Christy Turlington, and Cindy Crawford.
- He was known for his avant-garde and eclectic style, hairstyles, and sunglasses collection.
Entities
Artists
- George Michael
- Andrew Ridgeley
- Naomi Campbell
- Linda Evangelista
- Christy Turlington
- Cindy Crawford
Institutions
- Wham!
- Lonsdale
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