George Michael was only 53 when he passed away last year, and there were lots of rumors about what might've killed him. (Specifically, there was a lot of speculation about drug use contributing to his death.) But as CBS News reports, Michael died because of completely natural causes. According to a UK coroner's report, "dilated cardiomyopathy with myocarditis and fatty liver." In other words, his heart was both swollen and unable to pump enough blood. A previous autopsy had come back inconclusive. There will be no inquest into Michael's death.
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George Michael Died Of Natural Causes
By Tom Breihan
BERLIN – FEBRUARY 16: Singer George Michael poses at the “George Michael: A Different Story” Photocall during the 55th annual Berlinale International Film Festival on February 16, 2005 in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Sean Gallup/Getty Images)
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