The Buzz: Elton John wants to get his hands on Superman's part

Report by Mr Jones

Sir Elton John's charitable attempts to buy a part in the next Superman film were foiled recently.

The 'I’m Still Standing' singer bid £40,000 at a fundraising event for the Old Vic theatre in London yesterday, but was outbid by British businessman Sir Philip Green.

Other auctions included a dinner date with heiress socialite Paris Hilton, which was snapped up for £30,000. The Old Vic's director Kevin Spacey camply hailed the event as a "really valuable contribution to our work at the theatre darlings!”

VIN is not surprised that Elton went after the part considering the new direction of Superman Returns 2.