Russian President Vladimir Putin phoned Elton John on Sept. 24 to tell him he would be ready to meet up for a chat after the British singer requested a meeting to discuss gay rights, Putin's spokesman told Russian news agencies.
Reuters: Putin calls Elton John, for real this time, suggests meeting
British musician Elton John performs during the third day of the Rock in Rio music festival at the City of Rock park in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Sept. 20.
