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Janice · 12-14-2004, 05:02 PM

George Michael Hits Back at Elton John

War of Words Escalates in Letter to Celebrity Magazine

LONDON (Dec. 14) - Singer George Michael has issued a stinging reply to uncomplimentary remarks made by Elton John, which he said were garnered from gossip on the "gay grapevine."

In a very public spat between two of Britain's best known and successful gay artists, Michael published a letter in a celebrity magazine released on Tuesday in which he hit back at John's recent criticism of his private life.

In an interview with Heat magazine last month, 57-year-old John said Michael appeared to be in a "strange place," wasting his talent by staying at home and shunning the limelight.

He also described as "a bit disappointing" Michael's album "Patience," which topped the British charts this year.

"Elton John knows very little about George Michael, and that's a fact," Michael retorted in the letter.

"Sadly, I was always aware that Elton's circle of friends was the busiest rumor mill in town and that respect for my privacy was not exactly guaranteed.

"He knows that I don't like to tour, that I smoke too much pot and that my albums still have a habit of going to Number One. In other words, he knows as much as most of my fans do."

Michael, 41, said he had "rarely been as happy," thanks to his partner Kenny and the support of his fans.

John is renowned for outbursts about fellow stars. In October, he accused Madonna of "lip-synching."

Copyright 2004 Reuters Limited.

theanswerman · 12-14-2004, 05:13 PM

elton needs to stop

Dean Winchester · 12-14-2004, 05:13 PM

that is a surprise, I was always under the impression George and Elton were friends, because they collaborated several times

Steve M. · 12-14-2004, 09:58 PM

Elton's favorite musicians have included the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, the Who, Bob Dylan, the Osmonds, David Cassidy, the Eagles, Neil Young, the Sex Pistols, Rick Astley, Culture Club, and. . . virtually everyone else - and Lawrence Welk, I think!

Maybe, in his older and wiser years, he's becoming less indiscriminate! Which means that he's actually beginning to realize that some music. . . sucks!

Hey, Rick Astley, if you're reading this - look out!!

TJL · 12-14-2004, 10:08 PM

Well wake me up before you go-go, the flourescent gloves are off!

It's thunderdome!

12-14-2004, 05:02 PM	#1
Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	George Michael Hits Back at Elton John George Michael Hits Back at Elton John War of Words Escalates in Letter to Celebrity Magazine LONDON (Dec. 14) - Singer George Michael has issued a stinging reply to uncomplimentary remarks made by Elton John, which he said were garnered from gossip on the "gay grapevine." In a very public spat between two of Britain's best known and successful gay artists, Michael published a letter in a celebrity magazine released on Tuesday in which he hit back at John's recent criticism of his private life. In an interview with Heat magazine last month, 57-year-old John said Michael appeared to be in a "strange place," wasting his talent by staying at home and shunning the limelight. He also described as "a bit disappointing" Michael's album "Patience," which topped the British charts this year. "Elton John knows very little about George Michael, and that's a fact," Michael retorted in the letter. "Sadly, I was always aware that Elton's circle of friends was the busiest rumor mill in town and that respect for my privacy was not exactly guaranteed. "He knows that I don't like to tour, that I smoke too much pot and that my albums still have a habit of going to Number One. In other words, he knows as much as most of my fans do." Michael, 41, said he had "rarely been as happy," thanks to his partner Kenny and the support of his fans. John is renowned for outbursts about fellow stars. In October, he accused Madonna of "lip-synching." Copyright 2004 Reuters Limited.

12-14-2004, 05:13 PM	#2
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12-14-2004, 09:58 PM	#4
Steve M. Back on the road to reality Forum Superstar Join Date: Nov 07, 2003 Location: New Jersey Posts: 33,307	Elton's favorite musicians have included the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, the Who, Bob Dylan, the Osmonds, David Cassidy, the Eagles, Neil Young, the Sex Pistols, Rick Astley, Culture Club, and. . . virtually everyone else - and Lawrence Welk, I think! Maybe, in his older and wiser years, he's becoming less indiscriminate! Which means that he's actually beginning to realize that some music. . . sucks! Hey, Rick Astley, if you're reading this - look out!!
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12-14-2004, 10:08 PM	#5
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12-14-2004, 05:13 PM	#3
Dean Winchester Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Sep 28, 2003 Location: Louisville KY Posts: 14,803	that is a surprise, I was always under the impression George and Elton were friends, because they collaborated several times