Hardcover
Unseen George Michael photos: a heartfelt tribute to a pop icon.

Celebrating George

Three Decades of George Michael through the Lens

$96.74

  • Hardcover

    288 pages

  • Release Date

    17 March 2026

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Summary

This stunning collection of photographs features iconic George Michael images throughout his career—including many never before published.

The man born as Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou hated being photographed, and that makes this volume such an unusual and beautiful tribute to one of the music world’s most beloved stars. First meeting when he shot Wham!, Brian Aris gained George’s trust and subsequently enjoyed unprecedented access to document the complex and sensitive character behin…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780789346155
ISBN-10:078934615X
Author:Brian Aris
Publisher:Rizzoli International Publications
Imprint:Rizzoli International Publications
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:288
Release Date:17 March 2026
Weight:1.79kg
Dimensions:32mm x 241mm x 288mm
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Celebrating George by Brian Aris - ISBN: 9780789346155
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Critics Review

“The new book: Celebrating George Three Decades Of George Michael Through The Lens celebrates the life of the singer and performer whose popularity has never wavered or faded. This beautiful, oversize hardbound book published by Rizzoli Universe is packed with full-color and black and white photos, behind-the-scenes shots, proof sheets, concert photos and quiet moments of George.” — BOYCE MCCLAIN COLLECTOR’S CORNER

“Published to mark the 10th anniversary of his passing, this collection of iconic images, contact sheets, and previously unseen photographs offers a heartfelt, must-have celebration of one of pop music’s most enduring legends.” — CURATED TEXAN (AUSTIN)

About The Author

Brian Aris

Brian Aris

One of the foremost music photographers of his generation, Brian Aris has captured the essence of diverse musical eras, from the vibrant scenes of glam, punk, and straight rock ‘n’ roll to the rise of “boy bands” and “girl power.”

His distinguished career includes being commissioned by Bob Geldof to photograph his wedding to Paula Yates. This led to a notable series of high-profile wedding commissions, including those of:

  • Sting and Trudie Styler
  • David Bowie and Iman
  • Liza Minnelli and David Gest
  • Joan Collins and Percy Gibson
  • David Beckham and Victoria Adams

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