Kaylah Walton
The iconic musician, Elton John, found himself in an unusual situation when he needed to use a restroom in a high-end Paris shop and was denied access. The singer took matters into his own hands and opted for a creative solution.
After being told that the restroom was for employees only, Elton resorted to urinating in a plastic bottle inside the establishment, much to the surprise of onlookers.
Despite the unorthodox incident, Elton went on to purchase trainers for his children and even posed for a photo inside the store as if nothing out of the ordinary had occurred.
Witnesses reported that Elton’s urine spilled onto the shop’s floor, prompting him to swiftly task his bodyguard with cleaning up the mess.
Initially unrecognized by the witness, Elton confidently revealed his identity when asked what he did, simply stating, “I’m Elton John.”
Key Moments of Controversy in Elton John’s Career
Over the course of his illustrious career, Elton John has been no stranger to controversies. From battling addiction issues in the past to engaging in public disputes, here are some of the notable controversies:
1. Struggles with substance abuse in the 1970s and 1980s.
2. Public feud with Madonna over music and performances.
3. Criticized for referring to Jesus Christ as “a compassionate, super-smart gay man”.
4. Legal disputes with former manager John Reid and PricewaterhouseCoopers.
5. Criticism over concert cancellations in 2007 due to alleged health reasons.
