Posted on 05/21/2006 10:22:24 PM PDT by Aussie Dasher
UK pop legend Elton John launched an expletive-laden tantrum against the press in Cannes late yesterday while presenting an award to a young actor during the annual film festival.
At a ceremony held by luxury jeweller Chopard, everything seemed to be going smoothly enough as John presented the Chopard Trophy to young Canadian actor Kevin Zegers, who co-starred in the film Transamerica with Felicity Huffman.
"He (Zegers) is only 21 years old, already he showed incredible talent and maturity," said John, wearing dark glasses and accompanied by actress Elizabeth Hurley.
"I sincerely believe he will be a huge star and a great actor for many, many years to come."
Then, as photographers called out during his address, he added: "If you saw Transamerica ... I'm talking ... you f***wit, f***ing photographers you should be shot, you should be all shot. Thank you."
After handing the award to a smiling Zegers, he added: "They are a nightmare."
John, who is 59, is no stranger to strong language. Most recently, viewers complained when he swore during the Paul O'Grady Show on British television.
"....Now I've seen the odd Snapper in my day, but I've never seen one that can cut grass!" George Carlin
Fish on!
Leftists are all peace and harmony, are they not?
Elton wouldn't touch a snapper with a ten foot pole...
Reminds me of the scene in the documentary Kurt & Courtney where Courtney Love is presented with a free speech award and the footage is contrasted with taped phone messages of her making threats against a reporter.
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