Elton John said in a Rolling Stone Magazine Interview that his former touring partner, Billy Joel, needs rehab.

In a statement released Wednesday, Joel says: "Elton is just being Elton."  Source:  Rolling Stone magazine

"Billy Joel needs to do something better with his life and get serious about rehab. Elton also said that the pair had to cancel many tours because of Joel's illnesses and  alcoholism."   Elton John

Source:  Rolling Stone magazine

When asked about Elton's criticism,  Joel said he's enjoyed their relationship so much he's not going to let the comments change his affection for him.

Joel went to rehab in 2005 and 2002.

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