Elton John

Elton John, a legendary English singer, songwriter, and pianist, has captivated audiences for over five decades with his extraordinary talent, flamboyant style, and timeless music.

Reginald Kenneth Dwight

Rock Singer

March 25, 1947

Aries

77

Middlesex, England

Elton John, born Reginald Kenneth Dwight on March 25, 1947, is an English singer, songwriter, pianist, and composer. He is regarded as one of the most influential figures in popular music history.

Elton John displayed musical talent at an early age and attended the Royal Academy of Music in London. He began his professional music career in the 1960s, writing songs for other artists before releasing his debut album, “Empty Sky,” in 1969.

John achieved international fame with the release of his album “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road” in 1973, which featured hit singles like “Candle in the Wind” and “Bennie and the Jets.” He became known for his flamboyant stage persona and elaborate live performances.

Throughout his career, Elton John has collaborated with lyricist Bernie Taupin on many of his most successful songs. He has sold over 300 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time. John has had over 50 Top 40 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Elton John came out as gay in 1976 and has been an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights. He entered into a civil partnership with David Furnish in 2005, and they later married in 2014. John has two sons, Zachary and Elijah, through surrogacy.

John established the Elton John AIDS Foundation in 1992, which has raised over $400 million to support HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment programs around the world. He is also known for his extravagant fashion sense and collection of over 30,000 pairs of glasses.

Elton John continues to be an influential figure in the music industry, captivating audiences with his timeless music and philanthropic efforts.