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David Furnish Calls Alleged Phone Hacks of Him and Elton John 'An Abomination'

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Quinn Martinez
Culture & Trends Editor
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David Furnish, the husband of Elton John, has spoken out against alleged phone hacks of the couple. In a statement to the high court, Furnish described the hacks as 'an abomination' and said that he and John felt 'violated' by the Daily Mail, which allegedly used information gained unlawfully.

Furnish's comments come as part of a high-profile phone hacking case involving the Daily Mail and other media outlets. The case has raised concerns about the use of private detectives and the sharing of sensitive information.

The Daily Mail has been accused of working with private detectives to obtain information about Furnish and John, including details about their personal lives and relationships. Furnish has said that the hacks were 'a gross invasion of our privacy' and that they have caused him and John 'considerable distress'.

The case has sparked a wider debate about phone hacking and the use of private detectives in the media. It has also raised questions about the accountability of media outlets and their use of sensitive information.

Furnish's comments are a stark reminder of the risks and consequences of phone hacking. As the case continues to unfold, it is clear that the impact of phone hacking can be far-reaching and devastating.

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[7] David Furnish calls alleged phone hacks of him and Elton John ‘an abomination’