Madonna and Elton John Reconcile After Long-Standing Feud

NEW YORK, NY – After more than two decades of tension, pop icons Madonna and Elton John have officially reconciled. The forgiveness comes following John’s recent performance on ‘Saturday Night Live’ on April 5, 2025, where Madonna decided to confront him backstage.

In an Instagram post, Madonna shared details about their emotional reunion, stating, “The first thing out of his mouth was, ‘Forgive me,’ and the wall between us fell down.” She reflected on her admiration for Sir Elton since her teenage years, noting, “Seeing him perform when I was in high school changed the course of my life.”

Their feud famously began in 2002 and intensified in 2004 when John criticized Madonna’s live performances, alleging she lip synced during concerts. During the Q Awards acceptance speech, John infamously remarked, “Anyone who lip syncs in public on stage when you pay £75 to see them should be shot.” These comments hurt Madonna, who felt the disdain from someone she admired deeply.

Elton John continued to express his criticism in the years that followed, even making negative remarks about her career in 2012. However, in Madonna’s recent Instagram post, she explained the need to confront him after all these years.

“It was essential. I didn’t understand,” she wrote, discussing how John’s public disdain impacted her. Following their heartfelt conversation, she also revealed a potential new chapter in their relationship, mentioning that John had written a song for her and suggested a collaboration.

In John’s response to Madonna’s post, he expressed gratitude, stating, “Thank you for forgiving me and my big mouth.” He acknowledged his past behavior, apologizing for his hurtful remarks and praising Madonna’s influence in the music industry. “She’s done so much ground-breaking work… paving the way for an entire generation of female artists to succeed and be true to themselves,” he added.

The reconciliation marked a notable shift, as both artists expressed hope for future collaboration and unity. As Elton stated in his comment, “By pulling together, I’m hopeful that we can make great things happen for those who really need support.” With their long-standing feud finally behind them, fans eagerly await what new music may come from this newly solidified partnership.