Elton John

Singer, Songwriter, Pianist

British Pinner, Middlesex, England

Quick Info

ProfessionSinger, Songwriter, Pianist
NationalityBritish
Date of Birth25/03/1947
Age79 years
BirthplacePinner, Middlesex, England

Latest News about Elton John

08/07/2026

Reports said Elton John was set to play two Mexico City shows in October 2026, ending his retirement for a short run of performances. The shows were described as a return to the stage after his farewell tour, with John expressing affection for Mexico City in a social media message.

09/01/2026

Rock in Rio announced Elton John as a 2026 headliner, marking a return to Brazil after nearly a decade. The announcement said he would perform one of the festival’s major shows in September 2026.

18/05/2025

Elton John publicly criticized UK government AI copyright plans, warning they could harm artists and creative industries. He joined other musicians in urging stronger protection for creative work against unauthorised AI use.

09/04/2025

Elton John released a new album, Who Believes in Angels?, with Brandi Carlile and discussed the toll that worsening eyesight has taken on his ability to watch his sons play sports. The album was presented as a major new creative project rather than a retirement-era one-off, and he said the collaboration left him feeling rejuvenated.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameSir Elton Hercules John
Birth NameReginald Kenneth Dwight

Educational Qualification(s)

Royal Academy of MusicScholarship at age 11

Personal Life

AutobiographyMe (released 2019)

Relationships & More

Spouses: Renate Blauel (1984–1988), David Furnish (2005–present, civil partnership 2005, married 2014)

Family

Children: Zachary (b. 2010), Elijah (b. 2013)

Career

Breakthrough1970 self-titled album with 'Your Song'
Notable Hits
  • Rocket Man
  • Crocodile Rock
  • Candle in the Wind
  • Philadelphia Freedom
  • Your Song
  • Goodbye Yellow Brick Road
Notable Albums
  • Empty Sky (1969)
  • Goodbye Yellow Brick Road
  • Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy
Achievements
  • EGOT winner (19th person, completed 2024)
  • Over 300 million records sold
  • 5-time Grammy winner
  • Tony awards for Aida and Billy Elliot scores
  • Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (1994)
  • Knighted (1998)
  • Record for biggest-selling physical single: Candle In The Wind 1997 (over 33 million copies)
  • Most successful solo male in US chart history
  • Over 70 Top 40 hits
  • 9 US No. 1 singles, 29 Top 10s
Songwriting PartnerBernie Taupin
Early BandBluesology

Style Quotient

Known ForFlamboyant stage presence, dazzling piano performances

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Child prodigy, taught himself piano at age 4
2. First British hit: 'Lady Samantha' (1968)
3. Stage name from Bluesology band members
4. Record for biggest-selling physical single
5. Most successful solo male on American charts
6. Played over 4,600 performances in more than 80 countries since 1970
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