STAR’S PAIN

George Michael had recent heroin ODs: report

SINGER GEORGE Michael — whose estate was worth a whopping $130 million — struggled with heroin addiction prior to his death on Christmas, according to new reports Tuesday.

Michael had been taken to a hospital for an overdose in the year before his death, The Telegraph reported, citing an anonymous source.

“he’s been rushed to (the emergency room) on several occasions,” the source told the paper. “he used heroin. I think it’s amazing he’s lasted as long as he has.”

Meanwhile, speculation surged about who will inherit the singer, songwriter and record producer’s fortune.

Michael, 53, is survived by two sisters, Melanie and Yioda. he was godfather to the two children of British pop singer shirlie holliman and actor Martin Kemp.

The “Careless Whisper” singer introduced the couple.

Their kids, Roman and harley Moon Kemp, tweeted about Michael’s death.

“such a kind, special man who has played such a huge part in our family history and shared with us nothing but love. We are all very sad,” harley Moon tweeted.

The Mirror speculated that the daughter of former spice Girl Geri halliwell might also inherit some of Michael’s wealth. halliwell and Michael were close. The pop star’s family asked that attention be devoted to his music — not the rumors surrounding his death or wealth. “There could be no more fitting tribute than the many, many kind words that have been said and the numerous plays his records have received,” a statement released by Michael’s publicist said. “From the bottom of our hearts, we thank those who, rightly, have chosen to celebrate his life and legacy at this most distressing of times.” Michael’s manager previously said the British pop star died of heart failure. his partner, Fadi Fawaz (both left), shared new details about the devastat ing moment he discovered the “Faith” singer’s body.

Fawaz, a celebrity hair stylist, revealed Michael died alone at home in Goring, england.

“We were supposed to be going for Christmas lunch. I went round there to wake him up and he was just gone, lying peacefully in bed. We don’t know what happened yet,” Fawaz told The Telegraph.

“everything had been very complicated recently, but George was looking forward to Christmas, and so was I.”

Fawaz’s comments clarified his earlier tweet, which indicated he had been sleeping beside the singer when he died sunday.

Fawaz had long been associated with Michael, though their relationship was kept private.

“everything is ruined. I want people to remember him the way he was — he was a beautiful person,” Fawaz said.