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.
Former Daily Star journalist and Pride of England founder Peter Willis dies aged 54
The Daily Star's FREE newsletter is spectacular! Sign up today for the best stories straight to your inboxPride of Britain founder Peter Willis has passed away suddenly at the age of 54.Peter, a former Daily Star journalist and Daily Mirror editor, was a senior executive on the Mirror for 23 years.He had worked at the Manchester Evening News before moving to London, where he had a stint at the Star and then joined the Mirror in 1997.But perhaps his single greatest achievement was conceiving and launching the annual Pride of Britain Awards.They grew from strength to strength under his leadership to become a much-loved night that recognises the UK’s unsung heroes, with support from Prince Charles, Sir Elton John, Elle Macpherson and countless.
