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Elton John is has a few credits to his name – a spot in the Grammy Hall of Fame, a decades-long feud with Madonna, a BRIT icon award, and 78 million record sales. The man wrote “Tiny Dancer.” Need we say more? He’s also a knight. In 1996, the star was made a Knight Bachelor for his extensive charity work (so, he’s Sir Elton John to us commoners). Not too many celebs are honored by the Queen, but Elton John deserves it for his cultural contribution.
Rolling Stone heralded Elton John as one of the most influential musicians of Rock and Roll. He’s used his massive success to push for LGBTQ rights and has been heavily involved in AIDS-related charities since the ’80s, and even established his own foundation. Despite his success, 2018 marks the end of catching him live. He’s embarked on his three-year farewell tour.
