Jerry Penacoli had a convivial chat with Madonna backstage at the Billboard Music Awards for Extra in which she reacted to Elton John's claim that they'd made up and spoke at length about parenting...

Elton John and David Furnish go cheek to cheek with Neil Patrick Harris and David Furnish, as seen in Globe (May 27, 2013).

Elton John and David Furnish say they apologized personally to Madonna for the harsh comments they made (as if it was only one time!) at a restaurant last year, even telling her they'd understand if she chose not to accept or decided not to speak to them. Madonna said "No, no, let's move on."

Video to follow...

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Or all of the above?

"Wait...'YMCA' is about more than just hittin' the gym?"

My picks for the gayest songs of all time follow below in alphabetical order by artist. There is also a separate post (with a crazy load time) with the songs arranged somewhat creatively for your listening/viewing enjoyment.

Feel free to tell me what am I missing, in both senses of the question...

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Here are the links from my original post, arranged somewhat thematically or at least for flow.

There are 150ish videos that follow, so prepare for a long load time.

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I'm not a fan of forgiveness, especially when the offending party isn't even sorry. But Madonna tries to kill Elton John with kindness, announcing she forgives him for his comments about her song "Masterpiece" and about her, well, self.

Video shot by my pal James Faris

If she can be this big-hearted about Elton, why not extend an olive branch to Lady Gaga and get this whole messy diva war into the history books?

Elton John drops trou at a passing yacht while on gaycation.

For tonight's MDNA gig in St. Petersburg, Madonna is offering pink wristbands to show support for the LGBT community there. This in spite of a report that violence has been threatened. She's a tough and loyal supporter of free expression and gay rights. I hope she and especially her less protected fans in the audience will be safe. Wish I could be there in pink, too. I would bring the Elton John pinata.