Legendary singer Elton John achieved EGOT status together with his recent Emmy win for “Elton John Live: Farewell from Dodger Stadium.”
His acclaimed profession includes five Grammys, two Oscars, and a Tony. The farewell concert marked the triumphant return of his extensive tour, with over 50,000 attendees and guest stars like Dua Lipa.
Elton John Becomes An EGOT Title Holder
John recently clinched EGOT status after securing an Emmy Award for the most effective variety special (live) with “Elton John Live: Farewell from Dodger Stadium” available on Disney+.
Unfortunately, the “incredibly honored” John couldn’t attend the award ceremony as a result of a left knee substitute surgery.
David Furnish, the singer’s husband and a producer on the concert special, revealed that John was completely satisfied about his first-ever Emmy win, mentioning that he “screamed out loud.”
Holding John’s award backstage, Furnish shared, per Page Six: “We FaceTimed him. We woke him up in the midst of the night. He’s back within the UK. He’s had his left knee replaced — which isn’t surprising while you consider the variety of pianos he’s jumped off.”
Acknowledging his recent status, the acclaimed British singer-pianist said he was “incredibly humbled” to hitch the ranks of EGOT winners. “The journey to this moment has been stuffed with passion, dedication, and the unwavering support of my fans all around the globe,” he said in a press release.
Elton John Says He Is ‘Incredibly Grateful’ For The Support In His Profession
John’s widely acclaimed concert was the concluding North American leg of his extensive Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour – a three-night stint on the Los Angeles stadium that marked a triumphant return after a pandemic-induced hiatus.
The tour, which began in September 2018 with over 300 scheduled dates, faced a pause in 2020 as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic but resumed in 2021. Over 50,000 fans attended the grand finale, which featured guest appearances from emerging stars like Dua Lipa and Brandi Carlile.
Expressing gratitude, John said: “Tonight is a testament to the ability of the humanities and the enjoyment that it brings to all our lives. Thanks to everyone who has supported me throughout my profession. I’m incredibly grateful.”
The Legendary Singer’s Accolades
As one in all the best-selling solo artists globally, John boasts a formidable collection of accolades, including five Grammys, his most up-to-date for “Elton John & Tim Rice’s Aida” in 2001.
The long-lasting entertainer also has two Oscars, earned for “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” from “The Lion King” in 1994 and “(I’m Gonna) Love Me Again” from “Rocketman.” He also has a Tony for the unique rating of “Aida.”
Along with his quite a few accolades, the 76-year-old also holds the record for the largest-selling physical single with 33 million copies of “Candle within the Wind” in 1997.
Now, together with his Emmy award, he has joined the esteemed EGOT club because the nineteenth member, alongside other achieved performers like Viola Davis, Whoopi Goldberg, Jennifer Hudson, and John Legend.
Elton John Says His Next Album Is ‘Going To Surprise The S— Out Of You’
John revealed exciting news about his latest project on the Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame induction for his songwriting partner Bernie Taupin at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center. He shared, “The album goes to surprise the s— out of you. It’s absolutely wonderful, and it’s filled with youth, and it’s filled with vitality.”
Moreover, renowned photographer David LaChapelle is ready to contribute the quilt art for John’s upcoming album.
In an interview with Page Six for his latest exhibition, “Glad Together,” at Visu Contemporary in Miami, LaChapelle shared his excitement, recalling how John’s influence played a big role in his own journey.
LaChapelle recalled his childhood, stating that he grew up with “his posters throughout my bedroom. He shared, “This era in fourth grade we lived in North Carolina.”
He continued revealing he “felt like such a freak and weirdo.” He added, “Bible belt, gay, I used to be Christian, but they were condemning gay people… in fifth grade I began going through puberty. I didn’t feel like I slot in, or was going to be accepted.”
He added that John, as a rock icon, “showed me there was a spot for me on this planet… he was an enormous, essential figure to me as a child.”
