It seems Jay-Z has an unlikely fan in the shape of Elton John! However it is not his music that Elton has gone gaga for.

Elton revealed his love for the rapper after Jay announced he was in full support of gay marriage. He has promised to give Beyoncé’s other half a gift after his ‘moving statement’ proclaiming he is pro-gay marriage.

In response to Barack Obama’s endorsement of the law change the superstar rapper, 42, released this statement: “It's no different than discriminating against blacks. It's discrimination plain and simple ... I think [announcing support of gay marriage is] the right thing to do, so whether it costs [Obama] votes or not — again, it's not about votes. It's about people. It's the right thing to do as a human being.”

This caused Elton to praise the star and announce that he wants to give him a hug! “It was an incredibly moving statement. I take my hat off to him. I respect him so much for doing that. When I next see him, I’m going to give him the biggest hug.”

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