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George Michael Tribute at MTV Music Video Awards 2026

George Michael fan opinions of the MTV Video Music Awards tribute to George Michael on Sunday, September 27, have been mostly negative, ranging from a few who appreciate George Michael getting honored to others complaining about performances and choices of singers. The tribute also trended on Threads, with mostly negative views of the performances.

The tribute, nearly ten years after George Michael’s death and nearly 40 year after the release of Faith, featured, Sombr, RAYE, Teddy Swims, and Adam Lambert.

Sombr Opens with “Faith” and “Father Figure”

Sombr, wearing a leather jacket originally worn by George Michael in the 1989 Diet Coke commercial, started the tribute out with “Faith” and “Father Figure.”

RAYE Sings “I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)”

While RAYE originally wanted to sing “Last Christmas” for the tribute and talked about how much her father liked George Michael, she ended up singing “I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me),” George Michael’s 1987 duet with Aretha Franklin, which went to #1 on the charts.

Teddy Swims Sings “Careless Whisper”

In what was thought to be the final performance of the tribute, Teddy Swims gave his rendition of “Careless Whisper,” calling it an “honor and privilege” to be involved in the tribute.

Adam Lambert’s Surprise Performance

Adam Lambert’s appearance was not announced before the awards show. Singing “Freedom ’90,” Lambert was joined by singer Meek and MNEK, as well as Sombr, RAYE, and Teddy Swims. His performance was widely considered the best performance of the night, with some fans going so far as to say that it should have been the only performance. There was no word whether this surprise performance was always planned or if it was in reaction to the outcry that a gay artist should have been included in the original lineup.

A Tribute Timed with New George Michael Releases

While the reference to the 40th anniversary of Faith in the press release for the VMAs is a bit confusing (as it’s only the 39th anniversary of Faith), the tribute lines up with the tenth anniversary of George Michael’s death.

As reported previously George Michael: The Faith Tour Live Album will be released on November 6, 2026 and George Michael: The Faith tour film will be released to theaters internationally on November 4 and in the U.S. on December 11, 2026.

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Along with the George Michael: The Faith Tour film, fans are getting to choose between new vinyl, CD, and digital options of The Faith Tour. The 18-track collection is available for preorder and will be available November 6, 2026. Please note some choices are 16-track collections.

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The Faith Tour Comes to Vinyl, CD, and MP3

Along with the George Michael: The Faith Tour film, fans are getting to choose between new vinyl, CD, and MP3 options of The Faith Tour. The 18-track collection is available for preorder and will be available November 6, 2026. Please note some choices are 16-track collections.

The official site has a number of options, including vinyl with a Faith t-shirt replica, CDs with a Faith baseball cap, and a Faith crewneck with picture disc.

Multiple Editions for Collectors

The UK version of Amazon currently has more options than Amazon US.

One of the differences in the vinyl sets is that the 2-vinyl set is only 16 songs, whereas the 3-vinyl set is the 18-track version.

The Faith Tour Boxed Set (#ad)

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The Faith Tour 3 Vinyl Set (#ad)

The Faith Tour Exclusive Crystal Clear Vinyl Set (#ad)

The Faith Tour 2 Vinyl Set (#ad)

The Faith Tour MP3 (#ad)

In the US, we currently seem to have fewer choices with the boxed set currently missing from Amazon; however, that may change.

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The Faith Tour 2 Vinyl Set (#ad)

The Faith Tour MP3 (#ad)

The Faith Tour Restored

The vinyl, CD, and MP3s come from the 14-camera recording of the Faith tour in France in 1988. The full 18-track version includes:

  1. Freedom Opening
  2. I Want Your Sex
  3. Hard Day
  4. Love’s In Need Of Love Today
  5. Everything She Wants
  6. Father Figure
  7. I’m Your Man
  8. A Different Corner
  9. Faith
  10. Monkey
  11. Hand To Mouth
  12. Play That Funky Music
  13. One More Try
  14. I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)
  15. Careless Whisper
  16. Lady Marmalade
  17. I Want Your Sex Parts 1 and 2
  18. Freedom Finale

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George Michael: The Faith Tour Release Dates

It’s looking like US George Michael fans will have to wait more than a month longer than UK fans to see George Michael: The Faith Tour.

George Michael: The Faith Tour is listed as premiering on November 6, 2026, in the UK and Ireland, according to Screen Daily’s film cinema release dates.

U.S. Premiere of George Michael: The Faith Tour in December

As previously noted, George Michael: The Faith tour will premiere in the U.S. on December 11, 2026.

The official IMAX George Michael: The Faith Tour page has a form to be notified when the George Michael Tour IMAX tickets go on sale.

Rediscover George Michael’s Epic Faith Tour

The film documents George Michael’s two sold‑out shows at the Palais Omnisports de Paris‑Bercy, filmed on May 30 and 31, 1988, during the European leg of his first solo headlining tour. Captured with 14 cameras on 35mm film, the footage has been restored and remastered.

Directed by George Michael’s longtime collaborators Andy Morahan and David Austin, the film showcases Michael at the peak of his creative and cultural power — delivering performances that defined an era and cemented his status as one of pop music’s most magnetic live artists.

Opening with “Finding Faith”

The film begins with Finding Faith, a short directed by Mary McCartney, featuring unheard interview audio, unseen Herb Ritts photography, and behind‑the‑scenes footage from the Faith music video. This prelude sets the emotional tone for the concert experience, grounding the film in George’s voice and creative vision.

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George Michael’s Faith Tour Concert Film Secures Worldwide Distribution Through Universal and Bleecker Street

Nearly four decades after George Michael’s Faith Tour defined an era of pop performance, his landmark 1988 concert is poised for a global cinematic revival. The newly restored film, George Michael: The Faith Tour, has been acquired for worldwide distribution through a major partnership between Universal Pictures Content Group and Bleecker Street’s Crosswalk division, signaling one of the most ambitious music‑film releases of 2026.

A Global Partnership Built on Legacy

Under the deal, Universal Pictures Content Group will oversee international distribution, while Bleecker Street handles North American theatrical release through its event‑cinema arm, Crosswalk.

Executives from both companies describe the project as a milestone in music‑film distribution. According to Variety, Helen Parker, Executive Vice President and Managing Director of Universal Pictures Content Group, called George’s performance “a magnetic force of charisma and connection with the audience.” Kent Sanderson, CEO of Bleecker Street, emphasized that the Faith Tour represents George “at the height of his creative and cultural power.”

Restoration Meets Modern Exhibition

The concert film, originally captured on 35mm film with 14 cameras, has undergone a meticulous restoration led by George Michael Entertainment, Mercury Studios, and Globe Originals. The remastering process revives the original cinematic texture while adapting it for premium theatrical formats, including IMAX early‑access screenings in select cities.

Opening with “Finding Faith”

The film begins with Finding Faith, a short directed by Mary McCartney, featuring unheard interview audio, unseen Herb Ritts photography, and behind‑the‑scenes footage from the Faith music video. This prelude sets the emotional tone for the concert experience, grounding the film in George’s voice and creative vision.

A Coordinated Global Rollout

The worldwide release will coincide with the launch of “The Faith Tour” live album, produced by Sony Music Entertainment and George Michael Entertainment. The album features 18 remastered tracks from George’s solo and Wham! catalog, creating a unified campaign across film, music, and digital platforms.

Preserving a Cultural Icon

For longtime fans, the film is a long‑awaited restoration of one of George Michael’s most defining live moments. For new audiences, it’s an introduction to an artist whose influence continues to shape pop, soul, and performance art worldwide.

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George Michael’s Faith “Rockers Revenge BSA” Leather Jacket Auction

George Michael’s Faith “Rockers Revenge” leather jacket

The iconic Rockers Revenge leather jacket from George Michael’s Faith video is up for auction. It will be auctioned off on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 3 p.m. (BST) / 10 a.m. (EDT) / 7 a.m. (PDT).

The starting bid will be £30,000, and it is estimated to be sold for £60,000 – £120,000.

According to the auction site:

Photo-matching confirms the jacket’s use both in the “Faith” music video and during live performances on the accompanying tour. Some shapes and wear patterns on the red “BSA” logo, small holes on the painted leaf detailing, and placement of studs on the reverse correspond to an image from the “Faith” video shoot, taken by Chris Cuffaro. Subsequent paint loss on the red lettering – now visible on the jacket today as larger worn areas – can be matched to a later Cuffaro photograph showing Michael mid-performance during the tour. Creasing on the lapel and distinctive traits in the leather near one of the chest zips align with additional Cuffaro images from the shoot, as well as a photograph taken by Michael Putland of Michael backstage during the Japanese/Australasian leg of the tour in February-March 1988. Two of Cuffaro’s prints showing this jacket are also included in this sale (see Lot 127).

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Also, George Michael’s Faith leather jacket is the featured image on the cover of the auction catalog, available for £30.

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