Sexy singer GEORGE MICHAEL sent his boyfriend Kenny Goss to a rehab clinic in Arizona for two months to help him overcome his alcohol addiction.

The couple have been together for eight years and enjoyed a showbiz lifestyle, attending the best parties, but friends say Goss's drinking reached dangerous levels a few months ago - Kenny has now checked out of the clinic and is back with the former Wham! star.

One says, "George was one of the people who encouraged Kenny to get help.

"It was a tough time for them but because of the strength of their relationship they have managed to stay together."

The pair have an unconventional relationship, with both admitting they regularly sleep with other men.

George says, "There's no dining, no going on about the social graces. You have people on the side when you need sex. Simple as that."

08/08/2004 13:58