Cause of George Michael’s death confirmed by coroner

A coroner has confirmed that George Michael died of natural causes.

The former Wham! frontman died on Christmas Day 2016 aged 53 at his home in Goring-on-Thames, Oxfordshire; and Thames Valley Police have now confirmed his death is unexplained but not suspicious after his inital post-mortem was 'inconclusive.'

In a statement, the coroner said: "Inquires into the death of George Michael have been concluded and the final post-mortem report received.

"As there is a confirmed natural cause of death, being dilated cardiomyopathy with myocarditis and fatty liver, the investigation is being discontinued and there is no need for an inquest or any further enquiries.

"No further updates will be provided and the family requests the media and public respect their privacy."

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