Madonna and Elton John have reportedly put an end to their long-standing public disagreement, according to Madonna's recent statement.
Words Finally Square: Madonna and Elton John Lay Hostilities to Rest
The longstanding beef between music titans Madonna and Elton John has reached a resolution after years of public sparring since 2004. As seen on Madonna's Instagram on Monday, the "Material Girl" attended Elton John's "Saturday Night Live" performance and shared a photo with him, signaling their new friendship.
In her caption, Madonna penned, "We've Buried the Hatchet!!!" She expressed her frustration over the years about someone she respected criticizing her publicly. Excited to catch Elton John as the SNL musical guest, she decided to go backstage and confront him.
"When I met him, the first thing out of his mouth was, 'Forgive Me,'" Madonna wrote. The barriers crumbled away, leading to a heartfelt reunion, as they soon found themselves embracing. Forgiveness, Madonna suggested, is a catalyst that tears down walls and heals in minutes.
The pair's decades-long feud allegedly stemmed from Elton John's comment at the 2004 Q Awards, when, while accepting the award for classic songwriter, he accused Madonna of lip-syncing. Since then, the stars have traded taunts in the public limelight.
In 2012, Madonna bested Elton John at the Golden Globes, winning recognition for her track "Masterpiece" from "W.E." over John's "Hello Hello" from "Gnomeo & Juliet." Exuding confidence ahead of the awards, John said she didn't stand a chance, while Madonna's acceptance speech was marred by awkward interludes involving John.
Now, it seems, the two have put their differences aside and forged a new bond. Madonna praised John's influence on her, reminiscing about how seeing him perform when she was in high school changed her life. Embracing her individuality and nurturing her creative spirit, Madonna expressed gratitude for the legend's impact.
Later on Monday, Elton John shared Madonna's photos from SNL on his Instagram story, writing, "a healing moment" with a heart emoji.
Boasting over four decades of influence on music and pop culture, these legendary artists have paved a memorable path in the entertainment world. Their unlikely friendship offers a testament to the healing power of forgiveness, poised to redefine their shared legacy.
- Madonna, having confronted Elton John backstage during his 'Saturday Night Live' performance, reposted a heartfelt photo with him on her Instagram, signaling the end of their decades-long feud.
- In her Instagram caption, Madonna expressed her gratitude towards Elton John for their newfound friendship, mentioning that his influence played a significant role in shaping her career, especially during her high school years.
- After Elton John's public comments about Madonna lip-syncing in 2004, it took over a decade for the two music icons to confront the issue, subsequently redefining their shared legacy with a symbolic act of forgiveness that was later reposted on social media.
