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George Michael’s equipment in fire

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George Micheal

Value of damage “yet to be determined”

George Michael’s musical equipment was destroyed in a fire on New Year’s Eve.

The incident happened after Michael was performing for Russian billionaire Vladimir Potanin.

In a statement, his publicist said that the value of the damage to his possessions had yet to be determined.

She said: “There was a small fire after (Michael) had left the venue, but damage to his equipment has yet to be assessed.”

As previously reported, the singer received £1.5 million to play the show, where he performed to 300 guests at a private show.

According to The Sun, amongst the equipment destroyed was a 42-inch plasma screen and a host of musical instruments.

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