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When it comes to leaving a mark on the music industry, few names have done it better than Elton John. With a career spanning over five decades, the acclaimed British musician – who has sold over 300 million records – remains an integral part of pop culture today.
In 2024, Elton John won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Variety Special (Live) for his special documentary Elton John Live: Farewell from Dodger Stadium, cementing his legacy as a legendary artist and making him an official EGOT winner.
From his numerous chart-topping songs and unforgettable performances to his eye-catching fashion style, Elton John knows a thing or two about staying iconic throughout the years. Here’s a look at The Rocket Man’s stellar career, fashion, health, and current and future projects:
Career
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Elton John earned his first break as an artist with his 1969 album Empty Sky, followed by his 1970 single Your Song and chart-topping smashes like Crocodile Rock, Bennie and Jets, Island Girl, and Don’t Go Breaking My Heart. During the 70s, Elton John released top-selling albums like Goodbye Yellow Brick Road and Rock of the Westies. His biggest single, Candle in the Wind 1997, was written as a tribute to the late Princess Diana and sold over 33 million copies worldwide, making it the second-bestselling single of all time.
In 1994, Elton John was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. His Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour ended last year and is among the highest-grossing tours of all time. Between 1987 and this year, he won five Grammy Awards, two Academy Awards, a Tony Award, and an Emmy – a testament to his stellar career.
Fashion
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Aside from his music, Elton John is also known for his distinct style and unique clothing choices. The singer’s looks have always been bold and out-of-the-box – from sparkling suits from Gucci and colorful sequined fabrics to eye-catching ensembles with ruffles or feathers. He usually sports glasses or sunglasses with tinted lenses during performances, on the red carpet, and even in his everyday outfits. Longtime fans will note that his sunnies choices have been pretty similar to the Arnette Fastball and the Oakley Holbrook. He also wears platform boots to glamorize his eccentric and colorful costumes. As his stylist Jo Hambro stated, style is in Elton John’s DNA.
Health
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Elton John recently revealed he has limited vision in one eye due to a severe eye infection. Although the singer said he is healing, he also mentioned that it’s an “extremely slow process” and it will take time before normal sight returns to the impacted eye. When he won an Emmy earlier this year, Elton John was absent during the ceremony due to a knee replacement surgery. In 2021, he underwent a hip operation after an accidental fall, which led to difficulties in moving, prompting the musician to reschedule the UK and Europe shows of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour.
Current and future projects
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After wrapping up one of the most successful tours in music history, what’s next for Elton John? While he has experienced some health issues, there seems to be no stopping the artist from releasing future projects. Recently, his documentary. Never Too Late, a look back at the pivotal moments of his early career, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and is set to have a limited run in theaters starting November 15. In his book Farewell Yellow Brick Road: Memories of My Life on Tour, Elton John also stated that while he has already culminated his touring career, he still has plans to perform live – but it could take some time.
Elton John’s impact on the music industry and fashion world cannot be overstated. His chart-topping songs and unique style will forever cement his legacy as one of the greatest performers of all time. For more articles like this, visit our other posts on Illumi Naija.
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