Fans Pay Tribute To George Michael At Scene Of Bathroom Arrest
Dec. 27 2016, Published 6:14 p.m. ET
Fans around the world have paid respect to the late George Michael, even those close to the location of his infamous bathroom arrest in Beverly Hills.
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As RadarOnline.com readers know, the 53-year-old was found dead on December 25 at his Oxfordshire residence in England.
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Since the news broke, fans around the world have paid their respects at his residence — as well as the Will Rogers Memorial Park restroom where he was arrested by an undercover cop in 1998.
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Lyrics to the song Outside, written about the incident, were taped to the wall.
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A lit candle was also left on ground underneath the lyrics, alongside some flowers.
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Elyse Eisenberg, who was walking her dog in the park, told RadarOnline.com: "I saw George at a party once, I was a big fan."
CONTACT SHEET – General Views (or GV) of the infamous Beverly Hills public restroom toilet that George Michael was arrested at on April 7, 1998.
"I live around here and can remember when the scandal happened," she continued. "We get a lot of tour buses come by."
CONTACT SHEET – General Views (or GV) of the infamous Beverly Hills public restroom toilet that George Michael was arrested at on April 7, 1998.
"I've seen people this morning go in and take photographs," Eisenberg said of the site. "It's a funny thing, but he shouldn't be remembered for that. He was a very talented man."
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As reported, George was arrested at the toilets in 1998 after being caught performing a "lewd act." He was later fined $800 and ordered to carry out 80 hours of community service.
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Michael's rep confirmed the news in a statement that read: "It is with great sadness that we can confirm our beloved son, brother and friend George passed away peacefully at home over the Christmas period."