Sir Elton Hercules John (born Reginald Kenneth Dwight; 25 March 1947) is an English singer, songwriter, pianist, and composer. Collaborating with lyricist Bernie Taupin since 1967 on more than 30 albums, John has sold more than 300 million records, making him one of the best-selling music artists. He has more than fifty Top 40 hits in the UK Singles Chart and US Billboard Hot 100, including seven number ones in the UK and nine in the US, as well as seven consecutive number-one albums in the US. His tribute single "Candle in the Wind 1997", rewritten in dedication to Diana, Princess of Wales, sold over 33 million copies worldwide and is the best-selling single in the history of the UK and US singles charts. He has also produced records and occasionally acted in films. John owned Watford F.C. from 1976 to 1987 and from 1997 to 2002. He is an honorary life president of the club.
Elton John proudly marks anniversary to David Furnish after years of hiding sexuality
Elton John and his husband David Furnish are celebrating their sixth wedding anniversary today. The famous musician, 73, and Canadian film producer, 58, met in 1993 at a dinner party and instantly hit it off.
They were one of the first couples to have a Civil Partnership in the UK on December 21, 2005, which was 12 years after they started dating.
The sweet couple legally married nine years later - to the date - in 2014, when gay marriage became legal in the UK. Elton and David renewed their vows, which became a historic moment.
Rocket Man singer Elton struggled with his sexuality when growing up as he had a toxic relationship with his mother Sheila, who told him he'd "never be truly loved because he was gay" - but he happily found love in
