The singer revealed he was saddened by his failed attempt to reconcile with his former friend, as they were “real close” before their disagreement took place.Express.co.uk has contacted a representative for Sir Elton for comment.Last year, Rod said he had a “spat” with Elton after he called his latest tour “money-grabbing”.The star opened up about his relationship with his old pal to Dermot O’Leary in BBC Two show Reel Stories, which looked back at his life and career over the years.After a video from an old interview with the duo was shown on screen, Rod said about Elton: “He was a wonderful ally, he really was.“He’s one of the most generous persons I’ve ever met.”He then told Dermot: “We really were mates in those days.
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