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 AIDS Foundation to make $1m Donation Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
Elton John AIDS Foundation to make $1m Donation Amid COVID-19 Pandemic The COVID-19 pandemic is dominating the news, but Sir Elton John is determined that those living with HIV/AIDS are not “forgotten”.
He has announced that his AIDS Foundation will donate $1m (£815,000) in the “next few months.” Speaking on the Miley Cyrus’ Bright Minded live stream on Instagram, Elton spoke about the “double whammy” being faced by HIV/AIDS sufferers during this pandemic.
