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Why did Wham! break up? Everything we know about the iconic band's split

Why did Wham! break up? As a Netflix documentary about the iconic duo airs, viewers are asking why they split up - we have the answers.

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George Michael called Wham’s career-launching Top of the Pops performance ‘terrible’

Band’s appearance followed what Michael called ‘the worst week of my life’

The Independent UK

What did Andrew Ridgeley do after Wham! and where is he now?

Fans of Netflix's new Wham! documentary are keen to know what Andrew Ridgeley is doing now.

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Wham! review: Netflix doc is a missed opportunity that plays like a greatest hits album

Even when George Michael’s sexuality becomes more relevant to the historic trajectory of Wham!, the film refuses to foreground the human element

The Independent UK

Wham!: What To Know About Netflix's Music Documentary Before You Watch

All about the new Netflix documentary that is all about Wham!

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What did Andrew Ridgeley do after Wham! broke up?

The 80s mega stars had hits including Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go and Club Tropicana

Manchester Evening News

When did George Michael die and what happened?

The Wham! star was found dead by his partner at his Oxfordshire home

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George Michael’s later years ‘were not his best’, says Wham! star Andrew Ridgeley

‘The pleasure we found in each other’s company, and the amusement with which we regarded each other – that didn’t change,’ said Michael’s former bandmate

The Independent UK

If you’re gonna do a Wham! documentary, do it right — like Netflix did

Breezy film treats George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley’s 1980s hits with respect.

Chicago Sun-Times

Wham! Gets Its Netflix Close-Up July 5

George Michael, Andrew Ridgeley pop duo wasn’t around long, but made a mark

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Deon Estus moved to Dublin to play with Phil Lynott. He ended up giving George Michael (and Wham!) groove

George Michael could play bass – but it was Deon Estus who gave his songs groove, especially on 1987's Faith album...

Guitar World

Andrew Ridgeley explains why Wham! had to end and says George Michael's death left a 'void'

The group, which consisted of George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley, became one of the most successful pop acts of the 80s

Daily Mirror

Wham! on Screen: Andrew Ridgeley discusses Netflix documentary and 'Last Christmas' fame

The more outgoing half of the iconic band talks about his deep friendship with George Michael, and why he’s telling his story now

Evening Standard

Wham's Andrew Ridgeley says George Michael's death has left a 'void' in his life

Wham! star Andrew Ridgeley has said he would give anything to have lunch and play Scrabble with beloved friend and bandmember George Michael, who would have turned 60 on Sunday, just one last time

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Wham! review: "A buoyant docu-tribute to 80s pop"

Manchester Evening News

This Morning viewers in disbelief and say 'since when' as they question 'audacity' during tribute show

The ITV programme was back with Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary and it was a special show

Evening Standard

WHAM! documentary review: there’s a refreshing lack of hyperbole

Narrated by George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley, this illuminating film steers clear of gushing tropes, in favour of something far more interesting

The Guardian - UK

Wham! review – Netflix study of 80s pop legends is entertaining but weirdly incurious

Documentary about George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley’s meteoric rise is a fun and moving watch that misses the chance to delve deeper

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The Guardian - UK

TV tonight: celebrating George Michael 40 years after Wham!’s first album

The BBC dedicates a whole night to the singer. Plus: Kylie Minogue performs the anthem of the summer at Wembley Stadium. Here’s what to watch this evening

Daily Mirror

The decision that haunted George Michael. Wham! bandmate Andrew Ridgeley speaks out in new documentary

Andrew opens up about life in one of the world’s biggest bands in Netflix documentary Wham!

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Why did Wham! break up? Netflix documentary to explore rise and break up of George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley's beloved band

Why did Wham! break up? Everything you need to know about the 80's UK pop band ahead of the upcoming Netflix documentary

WhatToWatch

Wham! Netflix documentary — release date, trailer and more

Wham! is a Netflix documentary that will examine the legendary 1980s band's journey to fame through access to George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley's own archives.

Manchester Evening News

This Morning viewers baffled by Alison Hammond blunder suggesting dead icon's appearance on show

Fans were left questioning whether she suggested the late George Michael was appearing on the ITV daytime programme

Chicago Sun-Times

George Michael, Missy Elliott, Willie Nelson, Chaka Khan among Rock Hall inductees

Chicago’s Chaka Khan and “Soul Train” creator Don Cornelius are also among the list of inductees announced Wednesday.

Daily Mirror

George Michael tops UK's best-loved songs for fifth year ahead of late star's 60th birthday

Beloved ballad Careless Whisper has topped the list of the nation's favourite songs for the fifth year in a row, with late singer George Michael also crowned the most popular artist in a public vote

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