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.
Out hockey player Luke Prokop has a real chance to play in the NHL, says he’s “so close” to achieving his dream
In a recent interview with the Tennessean, Prokop knows his lifelong dream is within his grasp. “You’re so close to your dream of playing in the National Hockey League,” he said.The story’s author, Paul Skrbina, writes “plenty of spots” could be available with the Nashville Predators, the team that drafted Prokop and retains his rights (Prokop, like most NHL prospects, has spent the early portion of his career playing in the minor leagues).A post shared by Luke Prokop (@lukeprokop_)Even if Prokop doesn’t ascend to the NHL next season, he seems primed for a promotion to the American Hockey League, which is right below the NHL.
Prokop says he’s felt at home with the Predators since the day he was drafted. He came out in June 2021, shortly after they selected him in the third round.
Immediately, he fielded calls from NHL commissioner Gary Bettman and music legend Elton John. “The phone call I had with [the Predators] was the last little bit of confidence I needed,” he said. “I knew they believed in me 100% and thought it was the right thing to do.”Back to back ?
pic.twitter.com/HFHoPesRueA post shared by Luke Prokop (@lukeprokop_)A post shared by Luke Prokop (@lukeprokop_)A post shared by Luke Prokop (@lukeprokop_)When Prokop came out, he wrote on Instagram he believes living his “authentic life” will help his NHL chances.
