Elton John made headlines as he reportedly severed ties with the Sussexes, excluding them from a glamorous gathering on his luxurious £21 million super yacht.
The renowned Rocketman singer extended invitations to a plethora of well-known personalities including his husband David Furnish, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Susanna Constantine, and David Walliams for the extravagant affair.
Basking under the radiant Saint-Tropez sun, the guests were pampered by the attentive yacht crew, reveling in top-notch hospitality.
Despite the extensive guest list gracing the party, conspicuous by their absence were Meghan and Harry, who seemed conspicuously absent from Elton’s inner circle, as disclosed by a reliable source.
The 76-year-old music icon exuded his signature style, donning a Gucci ensemble from head to toe comprising a floral shirt, shorts, and pristine white trainers.
His look was further accentuated by dark sunglasses, gold earrings, and a pearl-encrusted crucifix necklace.
Accompanying Sir Elton were his sons Zachary, aged 12, and Elijah, aged 10, as they embarked on the seafaring escapade.
Among the attendees was comedian David Walliams, exuding a casual vibe in an unbuttoned black shirt upon his arrival alongside other guests.
Susanna, accompanied by her spouse Sten Bertelsen, marked his birthday amidst the maritime festivities.
Actor Aaron, aged 33, showcased his toned physique clad in an unbuttoned white shirt paired with tan chinos, while his film director wife Sam flaunted a chic look in cut-off black denim shorts layered over a yellow top atop her swimsuit.
Notably, Sam shares a longstanding friendship with Sir Elton, with the music legend gracing their wedding ceremony in 2012 with a heartfelt serenade.
The opulent yacht boasts accommodation for up to 18 guests across eight luxurious bedrooms, each equipped with its private en-suite facilities.
Additionally, the vessel features a 50-inch plasma screen TV, a well-stocked library, and a state-of-the-art gymnasium.
Following his farewell Yellow Brick Road tour in July, Elton seems to be relishing some well-deserved downtime, opting to prioritize quality moments with his husband and children, albeit leaving room for the occasional performance.
In the wake of the news surrounding Elton’s lavish yacht soirée, royal enthusiasts expressed intrigue at the continued exclusion of Meghan and Harry from such high-profile gatherings.
Notably, during Elton’s previous tour, the Sussexes were omitted from the after-party guest list, while Princess Beatrice was granted attendance.
Similarly, at the AIDS Foundation Oscars hosted by the illustrious singer, the royal couple found themselves once again sidelined from the prestigious event.
Royal commentator and author Tom Bauer weighed in on the matter, suggesting that Meghan and Harry’s repeated absence from exclusive events raises doubts about their standing in the Hollywood scene.
Reflecting on their non-invitation to Elton John’s Oscars bash, Bauer remarked on GB News, “They really are nobodies now.”
This exclusion follows Harry’s reported rift with Elton earlier in the year, shedding light on the complexities of their relationships within celebrity circles.