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LONDON -- A George Michael fan has painted a moving tribute to the music legend following his death on Pretty Mother in lawChristmas Day.

SEE ALSO: Details emerge of George Michael's many quiet acts of kindness

As fans around the world mourn the star's death, artist Pegasus took to the streets of Hackney in London, to paint a mural of his hero.

The artwork features the singer in pink, blue and black accompanied by the words 'Never Gonna Dance Again' -- lyrics from George Michael's 1984 single Careless Whisper.

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"I created this tribute yesterday using multilayered stencils which I drew and cut myself. It took me just over four hours in the freezing cold," Pegasus told Mashable.

"George Michael's music has always been a huge influence in my life. From a young age he made me feel like it was acceptable to be different in this world," the artist continued.

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Pegasus says he got to meet the singer while working in a store in Mayfair, in London's West End.

"I was lucky enough to meet George Michael 14 years ago when I was working at a clothing store in Berkeley Square," said Pegasus.

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"I was floored when he walked in and asked me to take his measurements! My hands were shaking as I measured his neck and I remember mumbling: "You are my hero".

Pegasus said he spent around 20 minutes with George Michael helping him with his selections.

"He smiled and said he was no hero."

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