Elton John accuses Daily Mail publisher of ‘abhorrent’ invasion of privacy

The Guardian - World NewsEN 3 min read 100% complete by Michael Savage Media editorFebruary 6, 2026 at 03:47 PM

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Elton John has accused Associated Newspapers Ltd (ANL), publisher of the Daily Mail, of "abhorrent" invasion of privacy, alleging unlawful information gathering related to his health and the birth of his son. Appearing via video link at the High Court, John stated that private investigators working for ANL allegedly tapped phone calls and accessed private medical information. John and his husband, David Furnish, are part of a group of seven claimants, including Prince Harry, complaining about 10 articles and two separate episodes of unlawful information gathering. They specifically cite articles covering the birth of their son, the cost of their wedding, and John’s health. ANL denies all allegations, calling the claims "groundless and unsupported by the evidence."

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Stephen Lawrence 40% Gavin Burrows 40% High Court 50% Prince Harry 50% Doreen Lawrence 50% Zachary ×260% Daily Mail ×270% David Furnish ×370% Associated Newspapers Ltd ×380% Elton John ×790%

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elton john 100% invasion of privacy 90% unlawful information gathering 80% daily mail 80% medical information 70% phone hacking 70% associated newspapers ltd 70% legal action 60% private investigators 60% high court 50%

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