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 set to guest star on RuPaul’s Drag Race UK season three
An unstoppable asset to LGBTQ+ culture, Elton John has become synonymous with flamboyant success and unapologetic flair in the UK.
News broke the 74-year-old’s appearance on the drag show following an exclusive for the Daily Star. “Elton is a massive fan of RuPaul and the show, so he was keen to be part of the new series,” an insider told the outlet. “To say producers were thrilled to get him to sign up would be a massive understatement.
They couldn’t believe their luck. The unnamed source added: “Plenty of rival reality shows have never secured a guest this big.” “Elton is by far the biggest star they’ve got taking part, but he won’t be the only A-List name. “Drag Race UK has become a big hit for the BBC and execs think it can get even
