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Elton John
Sir Elton Hercules JohnCH CBE[1][2] (birth name Reginald Kenneth Dwight, born 25 March ) is an English singer, songwriter, pianist and composer. He started his music career immediately after leaving school.[3] Elton John was the biggest music star of the s.[4]
Early life
[change | change source]Reginald Kenneth Dwight was born at 55 Pinner Hill Road, Pinner, Middlesex.
He is the eldest child of Stanley Dwight and Sheila Eileen.[5] He was educated in Pinner.
Career
[change | change source]John became famous in the early s when he and lyricist Bernie Taupin wrote several songs which he performed and recorded.
Elton jhon biography Sir Elton Hercules John (born Reginald Kenneth Dwight; 25 March ) [1] is a British singer, songwriter and pianist. Acclaimed by critics and musicians, particularly for his work during the s, his music and showmanship have had a significant, lasting impact on the music industry. [2].John became a huge star, not only for his musical abilities, but for his flamboyant stage personality. He composed several musicals. He also composed the music for the animated movies The Lion King () and The Road to El Dorado (). He is active in charity work. In , in honor of Diana, Princess of Wales, John co-wrote and released a version of his hit Candle in the Wind.
That became the world's best-selling single of all time. It sold 37 million copies within two months.[source?]
Outside of music, John has raised millions of pounds for people living with HIV and AIDS through the Elton John AIDS Foundation.
Elton john greatest hits album Elton John (born March 25, , Pinner, Middlesex, England) is a British singer, composer, and pianist who was one of the most popular entertainers of the late 20th century.Awards
[change | change source]John has received the following awards:
Academy Awards
[change | change source]Grammy Awards
[change | change source]Tony Awards
[change | change source]- Best Original Musical Score for Aida
Personal life
[change | change source]John has had treatment for alcoholism, drug abuse and bulimia nervosa.[6] In , he was married to Renate Blauel.
In , John entered a civil partnership with David Furnish. They had been together for over 16 years.[7] On 21 December , John and Furnish married. Guests at their wedding included English former footballerDavid Beckham along with his wife Victoria Beckham and their younger sons and their daughter.
Their eldest son, who is also John's godson, was not present.[8]
Discography
[change | change source]- Studio albums