Basic Details:
- Name: Sir Elton Hercules John
- Age: 75 (born March 25, 1947)
- Birthplace: Pinner, Middlesex, England
- Profession: Singer, Songwriter, Pianist, Composer, Record Producer, Actor
- Height: 5 feet 8 inches (1.72 m)
- Eye Color: Blue
- Zodiac Sign: Aries
- School: Pinner Wood Junior School, Reddiford School, Pinner County Grammar School
- Education: Royal Academy of Music (scholarship)
- Nickname: Reg (derived from his birth name, Reginald)
- Nationality: British
- Awards: 5 Grammy Awards, 2 Academy Awards, a Tony Award, a Golden Globe, and numerous other honors
Net Worth: Elton John’s net worth is estimated to be around $500 million.
Career:
i. Overview:
Elton John is one of the most successful and enduring artists in the history of popular music, with a career spanning over five decades.
ii. Milestones and Achievements:
- Released his debut album, “Empty Sky,” in 1969
- Achieved worldwide fame with the 1970 album “Elton John” and the hit single “Your Song”
- Has released more than 30 studio albums, with over 300 million records sold
- Collaborated with lyricist Bernie Taupin on the majority of his hits, forming a highly successful songwriting partnership
- Composed the music for the stage and film versions of “The Lion King,” “Aida,” and “Billy Elliot the Musical”
- Knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 1998 for his services to music and charity
Personal life:
i. Relationships:
Elton John has been married to Canadian filmmaker David Furnish since 2014.
ii. Family:
Elton and David have two sons, Zachary and Elijah, born via surrogacy.
iii. Controversies:
John has faced controversies related to his outspoken nature, feuds with other celebrities, and past struggles with addiction.
Trivia and Lesser-known Facts:
- Elton John is known for his flamboyant stage presence and elaborate costumes.
- He performed a reworked version of “Candle in the Wind” at Princess Diana’s funeral in 1997, with the single becoming the best-selling single in history.
- He is a prominent activist for HIV/AIDS awareness and has raised millions of dollars for his Elton John AIDS Foundation.
Social Media Links:
- Instagram: @eltonjohn
- Twitter: @eltonofficial
- Facebook: Elton John
