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.
And the US singing legend chosen to headline Queen’s Jubilee party is…
Related: The hilarious backstory behind Diana Ross’ pride anthem ‘I’m Coming Out’Ross said in a statement, “I have had the honor of meeting the Queen many times throughout my life, including when I was with my family.
Her Majesty has and continues to be such an incredible inspiration to so many across the world and I was absolutely delighted to receive an invitation to perform on such a momentous and historic occasion.”The concert will kick off with Queen featuring Adam Lambert.
On Instagram, singer Lambert posted a poster of the line-up, promising an “unforgettable night … to celebrate some of the most significant moments from The Queen’s seven-decade reign.”Related: Adam Lambert’s iconic Pride message: “I like dick”Besides Lambert, another LGBTQ icon will also feature on the bill: Elton John.The rest of the line-up will include Duran Duran, Alicia Keys, Nile Rodgers, Andrea Bocelli, composer Hans Zimmer, Ella Eyre, Craig David, Mabel, Elbow and George Ezra.
The recent UK Eurovision entry, Sam Ryder, will also perform.In addition to the musical performances, there will be appearances from film, TV and sports stars such as Sir David Attenborough, David Beckham, Stephen Fry, and Dame Julie Andrews.The show will take place in front of a live audience of 22,000.
