Elton John’s ex wife Renate Blauel is known for staying away from the limelight, but 2020 saw her hit the headlines after launching legal action against the legendary singer.
Who is Elton John husband Renate Blauel?
The pair divorced in 1988 and soon after Elton John came out as gay.
In 1992, the Tiny Dancer singer told Rolling Stone he was “quite comfortable about being gay.”
Addressing his first marriage in when urging Australians to vote in favour of same sex marriage in 2017.
Renate launched a legal action against the singer at the high court in June 2020.
The sound engineer was seeking an injunction against Sir Elton. Although the reasons for the move is unclear, such measures usually occur in relation to privacy concerns or the publication of personal material.
Her lawyer confirmed papers had been filed, but said his client “hopes to resolve the matter privately and amicably”.
Sir Elton’s representatives declined to comment on the case at the time.