George Michael will tour America for the first time in 17 years later this summer, it’s been confirmed.

The singer’s tour, which includes two shows at Madison Square Garden in New York (July 21st and 23rd), will also include performances in Canada.

The 22-date tour will support the US release of his greatest hits album, ‘Twenty Five’, which is out in April.

As previously reported, Michael is currently penning his first autobiography which is expected to be out towards the end of the year.

Michael's tour will begin in San Diego on June 17th and conclude in Florida on August 3rd.

(by Jason Gregory)