Elton John

Sir Elton Hercules John is a British singer, songwriter and pianist. Acclaimed by critics and musicians, particularly for his work during the 1970s, his music and showmanship have had a significant, lasting impact on the music industry. His songwriting partnership with lyricist Bernie Taupin is one of the most successful in history.

Some of the key events about Elton John

1967
Released debut single "I've Been Loving You"
1970
Released breakthrough hit single "Your Song"
1970
Struggled with bulimia and drug addiction
1974
Collaborated with John Lennon on "Whatever Gets You Thru the Night"
1975
Attempted suicide by overdosing on Valium
1979
Became the first Western pop star to perform in the Soviet Union
1984
Married Renate Blauel, later admitting it was a mistake and unfair to her
1988
Publicly argued with tabloids over false allegations about his personal life
1990
Entered rehab and got sober, marking a turning point in his life and career
1992
Established the Elton John AIDS Foundation
1994
Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1997
Performed "Candle in the Wind 1997" at Princess Diana's funeral
1997
Criticized for performing at the funeral of Princess Diana
1999
Underwent emergency pacemaker surgery due to an irregular heartbeat
2000
Won an Academy Award for Best Original Song for "Can You Feel the Love Tonight"
2000
Lost a high-profile court case against his former manager John Reid
2004
Verbally attacked Taiwanese photographers, calling them "rude, vile pigs"
2010
Was denied permission to adopt a Ukrainian child due to his age and marital status
2019
Released critically acclaimed autobiography "Me"
2021
Postponed his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour due to injury and COVID-19 pandemic

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