Andrew Ridgeley is a British musician best known as one half of the pop duo Wham!, which he formed with George Michael in the early 1980s. The duo achieved massive success with hits like "Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go" and "Last Christmas," becoming icons of the era. Ridgeley played guitar and contributed to the songwriting, helping to shape the group's catchy sound. After Wham! disbanded in 1986, Ridgeley pursued a solo career and released a few albums, though none achieved the same level of fame. He later shifted his focus to other interests, including environmental activism and writing, while remaining a beloved figure in pop music history.