George Michael Reveals Separation From Long-Term Partner Kenny Goss

PRAGUE -- George Michael says he has split from long-term partner Kenny Goss, partly due to the fallout from Goss's struggle with alcohol addiction.

The 48-year-old singer -- appearing at the Prague State Opera House on the opening night of his "Symphonica" tour – told the audience Monday "Kenny and I haven't been together for two and a half years."

"My love life has has been a lot more turbulent than I've let on," he said, dedicating a new song "Where I hope you are" to Goss. "This man has brought me a lot of joy and a lot of pain."

Michael also honored the late Amy Winehouse, calling her the only British artist to have left him in awe during his 30-year musical career.

The former Wham! singer had previously denied allegations he and Goss had separated, but said Monday: "It's time to be honest."

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[Victoria Dodds]

10:18 AM on 08/23/2011

Years ago, George Michael was on a hotel elevator, when my husband stepped in and asked for an autograph for our young daughter, Michaels' said, "you don't want an autograph for your little girl from me". Of course, now we know why, twenty years ago, being gay was still a taboo admission. He has one heck of a voice. Hang in there George, you've still got it.

[Topps]

08:35 AM on 08/23/2011

George Michael wrecked his career at every turn he had no self control when it came to his personal life.There is no issue with him being gay in my eyes he just carried his self inappropriately to often.

[nutsak]

12:09 AM on 08/23/2011

So?