Sir Elton Hercules John (born Reginald Kenneth Dwight; 25 March 1947) is an English singer, songwriter, pianist, and composer. Collaborating with lyricist Bernie Taupin since 1967 on more than 30 albums, John has sold more than 300 million records, making him one of the best-selling music artists. He has more than fifty Top 40 hits in the UK Singles Chart and US Billboard Hot 100, including seven number ones in the UK and nine in the US, as well as seven consecutive number-one albums in the US. His tribute single "Candle in the Wind 1997", rewritten in dedication to Diana, Princess of Wales, sold over 33 million copies worldwide and is the best-selling single in the history of the UK and US singles charts. He has also produced records and occasionally acted in films. John owned Watford F.C. from 1976 to 1987 and from 1997 to 2002. He is an honorary life president of the club.
LGBT People Decry Vatican's Same-Sex Unions Ruling: 'The Pope Isn't Your County Clerk'
Twitter to criticize the decision, with some prominent members of the LGBT community stressing their solidarity with LGBT Catholics."Love is love," tweeted Chasten Buttigieg, who is married to Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg."Gay marriage is legal.
The Pope isn't your County Clerk. Register for the fancy sheets and wine glasses. Peace and blessings."Chasten Buttigieg was raised in a conservative Catholic family and is now a writer and advocate for LGBT rights.Singer-songwriter Elton John called out what he suggested was the Vatican's hypocritical position on LGBT people.
