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Eminem's Wild Wedding Gift for Elton John Revealed
13 May
Summary
- Eminem sent Elton John matching gold cock rings as a wedding gift.
- Director John Waters defended Eminem against homophobia accusations.
- Eminem has a long-standing friendship with Elton John since 2001.
Filmmaker John Waters recently shared a surprising detail about rapper Eminem's generosity during a podcast appearance. Waters recounted that Eminem gifted Elton John and David Furnish matching gold cock rings for their wedding, emphasizing Eminem's support for the LGBTQ+ community.
Waters defended Eminem, noting that despite the rapper's past use of homophobic slurs in his music, he is not homophobic and is a supportive ally. This account highlights a different side to the artist, known for his often controversial lyrics.
Eminem and Elton John have maintained a close friendship since their performance of "Stan" at the 2001 Grammy Awards. The performance faced protest from GLAAD prior to the ceremony due to Eminem's lyrics, but the artists proceeded as planned and have stayed friends since.
Eminem is also a parent to Stevie, who identifies as non-binary, further illustrating his connection to and support for the LGBTQ+ community.
