The long-standing feud between pop icons Madonna and Elton John has finally come to an end, with both artists sharing a touching photo on social media to announce that they have “officially buried the hatchet.” The photo, posted on April 7, 2025, features Madonna hugging Elton John, a heartwarming gesture that signals the end of a decades-long rivalry that once divided fans, the media, and even fellow musicians.
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A Feud That Spanned 23 Years
The feud between Madonna and Elton John can be traced back to 2002, when Elton John publicly criticized Madonna’s theme song for the James Bond film Die Another Day. In interviews, John labeled the song “the worst Bond tune ever,” a remark that sparked the beginning of a tense and often hostile exchange between the two pop superstars. Over the next 20 years, the feud continued, with both artists taking jabs at each other during interviews and public appearances, fueling the fire of speculation and division among their fans. The drama reached new heights in 2004 when John took a swipe at Madonna during his acceptance speech at the Q Awards, calling out her use of lip syncing during her concerts.
Despite occasional attempts to mend fences over the years, the feud never truly subsided—until now. Madonna’s recent Instagram post marks a major milestone in their relationship, signaling that the two have reconciled, at last.
The Moment of Reconciliation
In her Instagram post, Madonna shared the emotional details of her encounter with Elton John backstage at Saturday Night Live, where she attended his performance. Reflecting on her admiration for John since her teenage years, Madonna recalled sneaking out of her house to see Elton perform live in Detroit, a pivotal moment that shaped her own musical journey.
“Seeing him perform when I was in high school changed the course of my life. I had always felt like an outsider growing up and watching him on stage helped me to understand that it was OK to be different,” she wrote. “It was essential.”
However, the pain of knowing that someone she admired so much disliked her as an artist was difficult for Madonna to bear. She took matters into her own hands, deciding to confront Elton in person. The encounter proved to be a turning point when Elton, without hesitation, apologized: “Forgive me.” The ice was broken, and the two immediately embraced, with Madonna revealing that John had even written a song for her, hinting at the possibility of a future collaboration.
A few minutes later, Elton John re-shared Madonna’s Instagram post, further solidifying their reunion. In his own Instagram story, John described the moment as a “healing” experience, posting a heart emoji and adding an audio tag of his classic hit, “Your Song,” which Madonna had referenced in her post. The photo and accompanying messages not only announced the end of their feud but also teased a potential collaboration between the two pop legends.
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A Surprising Reconciliation
Madonna’s recent Instagram post and Elton John’s supportive response have sparked excitement among fans, who are eager to see what comes next for the two music legends. Could a collaboration be in the works? Time will tell, but for now, it’s clear that the decades-long feud has come to a close, and fans are thrilled to see these two icons embracing once again.
While it’s unclear what the future holds for Madonna and Elton John in terms of music projects, their heartfelt reunion signals that old wounds have healed and the two can now look back on their shared history with a renewed sense of respect. After all, in the world of pop music, there’s always room for a happy ending.
