The causes of George Michael's death have been revealed: dilated cardiomyopathy and myocarditis led to his passing at the age of 53.

The British singer George Michael, who passed away on December 25, 2016, has had the causes of his death revealed by the forensic pathologist Darren Salter, who performed the corresponding autopsy. According to the forensic report, George Michael died due to dilated cardiomyopathy with myocarditis, in addition to problems caused by fatty liver. Dilated cardiomyopathy is a disorder that limits the heart's ability to pump blood, while myocarditis involves inflammation of the heart muscle. On the other hand, fatty liver is a liver condition caused by the accumulation of fat in the organ. These health complications led to the death of George Michael at the age of 53 at his residence in Goring-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, in the United Kingdom. Forensic pathologist Darren Salter determined that the artist's death was "a natural cause of death," ruling out the need for further investigations. It is worth noting that, following George Michael's death, his publicist had communicated that he had died "peacefully at home," causing shock among his followers and the music industry. Initial police reports following George Michael's death indicated that the cause of his death was unclear, but criminal circumstances were not suspected. However, days later, the preliminary results of the autopsy did not provide definitive conclusions, leading to further tests to clarify the exact reasons for his passing. The singer's representative, Michael Lippman, had mentioned that George Michael had died from heart failure, thus pointing out the seriousness of the health issues the artist was facing. Known for his successful music career spanning nearly four decades, George Michael sold over 100 million records and achieved numerous chart-topping hits. George Michael's legacy includes hits like "Careless Whisper" and "Faith," which topped the singles charts in England, as well as winning two Grammy awards and three Brit awards throughout his career. Despite his musical success, George Michael also faced personal difficulties, including the public revelation of his homosexuality in 1998, after years of speculation. George Michael's death not only marked the end of a musical icon's life but also shed light on the health complications he was facing, which ultimately led to his passing. His legacy lives on in the memory of his followers and in the music industry, remembering his talent and impact on the British and global music scene.