Gay British musician Elton John marries partner under new law

Elton John on December 21, 2014 married his long-term partner David Furnish, converting their civil partnership after laws allowing gay marriage in Britain came into force this year.(PHOTO:Courtesy)

British musician Elton John on Sunday married his long-term partner David Furnish, converting their civil partnership after laws allowing gay marriage in Britain came into force this year.

 John, one of Britain’s most prominent musicians and gay celebrities, announced the wedding by posting an invitation on the social networking site Instagram. “Sir Elton John and David Furnish request the pleasure of your company to celebrate their wedding on Sunday the 21st of December,” said the invitation, printed against a rose-filled background. John and Furnish later posted pictures from the wedding, including the exchange of vows and the menu, which featured beef short rib and caramelised onion pie, and wedding cake. Prime Minister David Cameron pushed through changes to English laws last year, which came into effect in March.

— Agencies