The Guardian: Putin calls Elton John - this time for real, says Kremlin
Russian president suggests a meeting, a week after singer was on the end of prank call from someone pretending to be Putin
Vladimir Putin has called Sir Elton John and offered to meet after prank-callers impersonating the Russian president fooled the singer earlier this month.
Putin spoke with John by phone on Thursday and asked forgiveness for the pair of famous Russian hoaxers who had previously called John in his name, presidential spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters.
“Putin called him and said, ‘I know you were pranked by those telephone guys, don’t be offended by them, they’re harmless, but that of course doesn’t excuse them,’” Peskov said. “And Putin said he knows how popular a performer Elton John is. If in the future their schedules allow, he’s ready to meet with him and discuss any questions that interest him.”
Update #1: Russia's Putin calls Elton John, for real this time, offers meeting -- Reuters
Update #2: Kremlin reveal Putin HAS called Elton John and agreed to meet with him after Russian pranksters claiming to be Vladimir tricked the singer last week -- Daily Mail
WNU Editor: A 60 Minutes interview, talking with Elton John .... yup .... Putin's handlers are definitely prepping him for his trip to New York City this Monday.
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