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Elton John won £1 million damages from the Sun newspaper
Elton John won £ 1 million damages from the Sun newspaper. The settlement for untrue drug and rent boy allegations was reached on Sunday 11th, the day before the case came to court. Pictured, Elton John pictured leaving his lawyers office. 12th December 1988
Kent Gavin
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
England
DM 88 7104
Media ID 21860837
© Mirrorpix
Elton John Libel Newspaper Pianist The Sun 1988 Damages Settlement
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Relive the iconic moment of music legend Elton John's historic victory with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This limited-edition print captures Kent Gavin's image of Elton John outside the Royal Courts of Justice in London, where he won an impressive £1 million damages from The Sun newspaper. The settlement came on the eve of the trial, putting an end to unfounded rumors about drug use and rent boys allegations. Add this inspiring piece to your collection and celebrate Elton John's resilience and determination.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.4cm x 59.4cm (15.5" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Elton John's Triumph: A Million-Pound Victory Over False Accusations". In this iconic print captured by Kent Gavin, we witness the legendary musician Elton John leaving his lawyer's office on December 12th, 1988. The image serves as a powerful reminder of a significant moment in history when Elton John emerged victorious against the Sun newspaper. The captivating photograph immortalizes the aftermath of an intense legal battle that concluded just one day before it was set to go to court. Elton John had successfully secured a staggering £1 million in damages from the publication for spreading baseless allegations involving drugs and rent boys. As one of music's most influential figures, Elton John stood tall against these defamatory claims, proving his resilience and unwavering commitment to truth. This landmark settlement not only marked a personal triumph for him but also sent shockwaves through the media industry, highlighting the importance of responsible journalism and accountability. Kent Gavin's skillful lens captures both determination and relief etched onto Elton John's face as he steps out into the world once again with justice served. This snapshot encapsulates an era where artists fought valiantly against false narratives while asserting their rights to privacy and dignity. Decades later, this remarkable image continues to inspire generations with its message of resilience and victory over adversity. It stands as a testament to Elton John's indomitable spirit and reminds us all that truth will always prevail in the face of falsehoods.
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