During the recent premiere of his documentary “Elton John: Never Too Late” at the Toronto International Film Festival, Sir Elton John shared his thoughts on former President Donald Trump and the current state of American politics.
Despite his longstanding apolitical stance regarding performances, John provided some candid insights into his views on Trump’s humor and the broader political landscape.
The pop legend, recovering from a severe eye infection that has impaired his vision, reminisced about Trump’s reference to Kim Jong Un as “Little Rocket Man,” a nod to John’s 1972 hit.
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John found the nickname amusing and indicative of Trump’s fanfare towards him. “I laughed, I thought that was brilliant,” John told Variety. “I just thought, ‘Good on you, Donald.’ Donald’s always been a fan of mine, and he’s been to my concerts many, many times. So, I mean, I’ve always been friendly toward him, and I thank him for his support. When he did that, I just thought it was hilarious. It made me laugh.”
Elton John on Donald Trump calling Kim Jong Un “Little Rocket Man”:
“I laughed, I thought that was brilliant… Donald’s always been a fan of mine… I’ve always been friendly toward him, and I thank him for his support. When he did that, I just thought it was hilarious.” pic.twitter.com/VEgYIlMYH2
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Despite these light-hearted exchanges, John clarified that his enjoyment of Trump’s humor does not equate to an endorsement of his political campaign against Kamala Harris.
He emphasized his non-partisan approach to performances, stating, “I don’t go on stage and say to people, ‘You must vote for the Republicans, you must vote for the Democrats.’ It’s none of my business how they vote. They come to see me, and I’m so grateful they have.”
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The comments came during an interview with Variety.
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John also expressed concern about the current volatile state of the U.S., echoing sentiments recently shared by former Vice President Dick Cheney. “America is in a very volatile position. And it’s a country I love, and I’ve always loved, and I’m so thankful that it made me who I am,” John remarked.
He advocated for voting based on justice and individual rights, emphasizing the importance of the right to choose and the freedom to be oneself.
The singer, who moved back to the UK from Atlanta last year after retiring from touring, shared his aspirations for America’s future, hoping for a return to a more peaceful and loving society. “I just hope that people make the right decision to see what the future is going to be. Is it going to be fire and brimstone … or are we going to have a much calmer, a much safer place? People can vote for who they like, but as far as I’m concerned, I love love. And I’m a loving person, and I want that to come back to America. I feel it’s been lost in the last 12 years,” John added.
His comments at the film festival underscore a deep affection for America, even as he navigates the complexities of its political discourse, always aiming to keep his musical legacy distinct from the partisan fray.
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Really like the song and his music before he turned into a queer. 🙁
Fuck you wimp !
I had Honky Chateau, Greatest Hits, Captain Fantastic, Rock of the Westies and they all went straight into the trash when he came out as a sodomite. But it was good, just in time for Van Halen.
Still really like Elton’s music, his proclivities aside. I might go dig up my album of his greatest hits and listen to it again. He is an iconic music legend! Also always loved the energy he put into his performances. I wish him good health and long life.
He has always been gay and that’s a really pathetic reason to dislike a person’s music. Besides, the point of this article is not his music, but his politics.
It’s obvious which side is driving the hate, they’re in denial bc they love their hate, censorship, big government and totalitarian control.
I don’t even need to say their name, we all know them by their deeds and the massive amount of members fleeing and renouncing them. 😃
The real haters claim the republicans, conservatives, and Christians are haters, not because they’ve done them any harm, but because these won’t fall in line with the left’s agenda…and “disobedience” is hateful to a narcissist and a tyrant.
Elton John is a Trump supporter. And he announces he Trump support in Toronto, Canada (a middle finger to Trudeau)
Aaaand for those of you who are smart enough to be diplomatic.Like Elton just make it easy on yourselves and know you don”t want that Kamackling commie in the white house and go to bed. *TRUMP 2024.
“It’s none of my business how they vote. They come to see me, and I’m so grateful they have.”
-Elton John-
It is so refreshing to hear a celebrity say that.
Thank you, Sir Elton John.
Elton John is a hypocrit, a bad friend, a liar and a consumate performer. He can refuse to play at Trump’s inauguration because (paraphrasing John), “it would be inappropriate for a British citizen to perform at an American political event. It could misrepresent his political leanings and alienate fans.” At the same time, John happily performed on the White House lawn for Joe and Jill Biden in September of 2022. His ability to play to his audience is admirable even as it is reprehensible.
I recall Rush Limbaugh taking a lot of criticism for paying elton john a million dollars to play at his wedding .. any time these same sexers add unnaturally conceived children as an accessory to their lives to try to seem ‘normal’ then role model that defenseless child as they grow, that is a crime against the child, against God and humanity
music is one of satan’s most deceiving tricks