Michael 'highest-paid performer in Russian history'
03/01/2007 - 12:06:16George Michael has been named the highest paid entertainer in Russian history - making €2.2m for a 60-minute musical performance.
The Faith rocker performed at a Russian billionaire's New Year's Eve party, and sang for an hour in front of a 300-strong audience to land the rich reward.
Michael was flown out to Moscow for the concert at the unnamed billionaire's estate along with his band and backing singers prior to the festivities.
