George Michael’s 1988 tour will soon be heading to movie theaters.
Deadline reports that George Michael Entertainment and Mercury Studios are releasing a never-before-seen film called “George Michael: The Faith Tour.” This will include footage from the Palais Omnisports de Paris-Bercy, which was from Michael’s European leg of his Faith Tour in 1988.
“The movie is made up of footage assembled from a 14-camera shoot captured on 35mm over two nights, featuring the 24-year-old pop star at the height of his powers,” the outlet writes.
The movie will be followed by an 18-track album of unheard performances by the legendary musician, which will include numbers from his Wham! and solo catalogues.
Fans React To George Michael’s New Movie
“Finally!! So excited! I saw him near Washington DC on that tour have always wished some like this would come out!,” one person wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter.
“my favorite george album since i was a kid and on the BIG SCREEN HELLOOOOOO thank you so much,” another person shared.
“Oh my goodness!!! The excitement I felt in 1987 securing tickets to my first concert has been reignited. I was walking on air for week!,” someone posted.
“Such important news, tell me I’m dreaming, oh my God, I’m about to cry, my dream is finally coming true, give us the release date right away, I can’t wait, please!!,” one fan commented.
“Is this really true? I can’t believe it? I… I can’t wait! This is so fantastic!,” another fan said.
“Amazing news , the greatest of all time,” a fan stated.
George Michael’s Legacy
GettyMichael tragically passed away in 2016 at the age of 53 due to heart disease, leaving behind a lasting and inspiring legacy.
He rose to fame in the 1980s, beginning as a member of the duo “Wham!”, which has sold more than 30 million records. He then began a solo career, going on to sell more than 125 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling musicians of all time.
He won a Grammy Award for Album of the Year, and has also made four No. 1 singles, which includes “Faith,” “Father Figure,” “One More Try,” and “Monkey.”
Michael released his final studio album in 2004, with his last live album coming out in 2014. Throughout his career, he worked with other incredible artists, including Elton John, Bryan Adams, Mariah Carey, Tina Turner, Paul McCartney, Pet Shop Boys, Cyndi Lauper, and Aretha Franklin.
