”I think Jesus was a compassionate, super-intelligent gay man who understood human problems. On the cross, he forgave the people who crucified him. Jesus wanted us to be loving and forgiving. I don’t know what makes people so cruel. Try being a gay woman in the Middle East — you’re as good as dead.”
Singer, Songwriter, AIDS fighter and world-famous gay celebrity Elton John telling Parade Magazine his thoughts on religion, rock stardom and a lot more. His statement about the Christian messiah has caused a bit of a stir despite the fact that many others have put forth similar thoughts over the years. (Parade magazine Part 1 | Part2)