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 And David Furnish Give Heartfelt Speech During British LGBT Awards: ‘Say It Loud, I’m Gay And I’m Proud’
etcanada.comSir Elton John and husband David Furnish are sending a positive message in a difficult time. On Friday, they gave a heartfelt speech during the British LGBT Awards 2020, where they were presented with the Global Impact Award for their work with the Elton John AIDS Foundation.
RELATED: Elton John Praises ‘Fantastic’ One-Man Performance Of ‘Don’t Go Breaking My Heart’ “This has been an unprecedented year,” John said, beginning his remarks. “And we know some of the hardest hit individuals and communities are some of those living in LGBT community, who are isolated, living in fear or living with violence because of who they are and who they love.
