No, as of February 2011, he is alive and well.
Andrew Ridgeley
Andrew Ridgeley
George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley
Wham! was British duo formed in 1981 by George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley.
Paul Ridgeley
Wham was a British pop duo formed by George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley in the early 1980s. George Michael was openly gay, but Andrew Ridgeley is heterosexual. So, to answer your question, only half of Wham was gay.
Andrew Ridgeley's birth name is Andrew John Ridgeley.
Andrew Ridgeley lives in Cornwall
If you're referring to George Michael, one half of the pop duo Wham!, he publicly came out as gay in 1998. Michael had a significant impact on music and LGBTQ+ representation. The other member of Wham!, Andrew Ridgeley, has not publicly identified as gay.
Yes, George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley remained friends throughout their lives, even after the duo's Wham! split in the 1980s. Their friendship endured despite the different paths they took in their careers, with Ridgeley often expressing admiration for Michael's success. After Michael's passing in 2016, Ridgeley spoke fondly of their bond, reflecting on their shared experiences and the impact Michael had on his life.
Andrew Ridgeley was born on January 26, 1963.
Andrew Ridgeley was born on January 26, 1963.