Elton John And Stevie Wonder Celebrate Life In Heartwarming Music Video For ‘Finish Line’

Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission.Some of the biggest names in Hollywood and fashion gathered in West Hollywood Sunday night for Elton John’s annual Oscars viewing party, in support of the music legend’s eponymous AIDS Foundation. This year, the star-studded event was hosted by Billy Porter, Eric McCormack and even Lady Gaga, who made a quick appearance before heading to Dolby Theatre to act as a presenter.For much of the evening , attendees such as Caitlyn Jenner, Sofia Richie and Donatella Versace hovered around the Belvedere Bar at the center of the outdoor-indoor tent before sitting down for dinner — and considering the dramatic events that transpired on the Oscars stage later that night, we can only assume that they were happy to have a few drinks in their system before watching the awards.

Deftones have announced that “with deep regret”, they are cancelling their scheduled tour dates in Ukraine and Russia for this July, amid the ongoing conflict between the two nations.“We’re hoping we’ll be able to return to play soon,” the band wrote in a statement on social media yesterday (March 29). “We hope everyone is safe.”A post shared by Deftones (@deftones)The Sacramento alt-metal band are one of many who’ve cancelled shows in both countries since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine just over a month ago.Tom Grennan, Green Day, Yungblud, My Chemical Romance, Biffy Clyro, Placebo and Russian rapper Oxxxymiron are among the acts who’ve announced cancellations in recent weeks, due to either safety concerns or in protest against the Russian government’s attack.Russian president Vladimir Putin’s actions have drawn widespread condemnation across the globe, with multiple countries enacting sanctions on the country.

Billie Eilish, Radiohead and The Weeknd will all participate in a social media rally next weekend in a bid to urge governments and institutions to support humanitarian efforts in Ukraine and beyond.The ‘Stand Up For Ukraine’ rally has been organised by Global Citizen and is due to take place on April 8.It comes ahead of a pledging summit organised by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and European Commission President Ursula von Der Leyen which will be held the following day (April 9).As Global Citizen outlined in a recent article, the upcoming event “aims to mobilise significant funding to help vulnerable civilians impacted by the conflict and to support refugees everywhere”.Funds will also be directed to aiding those in other conflict zones, including Yemen, South Sudan and Afghanistan.“On April 8, the biggest online event Social Media Rally will support people who were forced to flee Ukraine,” Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky said in a statement.“I’m inviting everybody: musicians, actors, athletes, businessmen, politicians, everybody.

Elton John was trying desperately to adopt a young Ukrainian baby. Multiple factors, including his sexuality, kept him and David from doing so. While on Dua Lipa's At Your Service podcast, the singing legend spoke of meeting a 14-month-old, HIV-positive baby named Lev in 2009.

Following in Elton John’s footsteps? The singer and husband David Furnish’s two sons are music lovers.

For the first time at the Elton John Aids Foundation’s Academy Awards viewing party, Elton John… wasn’t there. Elton, 75, missed the gala to play a rescheduled date on his long-delayed “Farewell Yellow Brick Road” tour. “He does want to finish touring,” said David Furnish, Elton’s husband, while speaking EXCLUSIVELY with HollywoodLife at the Mar. 28 part. “It is very important for him to spend more time with the family, but Elton will never stop.”

Chris Willman Music WriterGlobal Citizen has unveiled a list of entertainers and luminaries that includes more than 40 major music artists that will take part in an April campaign to urge governments to up their contributions toward supporting humanitarian efforts for Ukraine.Among those taking part in “Stand Up for Ukraine,” which is being described as a “social media rally,” will be Madonna, U2, Billie Eilish, the Weeknd, Radiohead, Luke Combs, Jon Batiste, Juanes, Garth Brooks, Billy Joel and the Red Hot Chili Peppers.The social media campaign will take place April 8-9, in advance of a “pledging summit” set to take place that second day, being spearheaded by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Other musicians getting involved with the push include Katy Perry, Kacey Musgraves, Celine Dion, Leon Bridges, Stevie Wonder, Green Day, Finneas, Stevie Nicks, Tame Impala, the Jonas Brothers, Usher, Elton John with David Furnish, Trisha Yearwood, Demi Lovato, Chris Isaak, Angélique Kidjo, Annie Lennox, Alejandro Sanz, Ryan Tedder, Ozzy Osbourne, Pearl Jam and Pharrell Williams.

EXCLUSIVE: Paloma Garcia-Lee gets Oscars ready with HFMTaking to the stage with his co-host Lady Gaga, Elton's husband David Furnish drew attention to 'two very special guests who inspire me and Elton every day.

Elton John has just celebrated a milestone birthday, turning 75 on Saturday, March 25.

Elton John is looking back at being shamed for being gay.

Sir Elton John was stopped from adopting a Ukrainian orphan because of his sexuality. The 75-year-old star and his husband David Furnish tried to adopt a child from an orphanage they visited, but they were told they wouldn't be able to because they're gay. The 'Rocket Man' hitmaker - who has Elijah, nine, and Zachary, 11, with David - said: "I was carrying this little boy around for hours.

Elton John and husband David Furnish are proud parents of two sons, Zachary and Elijah, both born via surrogate.

Elton John and husband David Furnish are parents of two sons, Zachary and Elijah, both born via surrogate.

David Furnish has paid the sweetest tribute to his "spectacular" husband Elton John in honour of the singer's 75th birthday on Friday.MORE: Elton John's £5.3m mansion with husband David is ultimate party padSharing a snapshot of the star playing on a keyboard, doting husband David gushed: "Sharing a moment of creation. To celebrate the creation of Elton Hercules John. 75 years ago today he arrived on this planet.

READ MORE: ITV Loose Women: Nadia Sawalha returns to Instagram with 'honest' video of Cornwall holiday and fans love her for 'keeping it real' When her parents divorced, Jane never heard from her father again. She was raised by her mother and the two lived in Jane's godparents' council house. Speaking about her upbringing on Loose Women, the host described how her godparents' two sons were in the army and during summer holidays they would take her with them to squaddies training camps.

Courteney Cox, Ed Sheeran, Elton John and Brandi Carlile delighted fans last year when they teamed up for a surprise cover.

Elton John is marking International Women’s Day by promoting an important new organization to his 3.9 million Instagram followers.

Jennifer Aniston has shared a heartbreaking tribute in honor of International Women's Day.MORE: David Muir inundated with praise as he shares historic exclusive interview with Ukraine's President ZelenskyyThe star took to Instagram to share a series of photos to highlight the incredible bravery of the women fighting for their country as it goes through war.Jen's Instagram comments were flooded with thoughts and prayers for the people of Ukraine, and support to her as she shared a series of organizations that are supporting Ukraine through different donations and shelter.WATCH: Five ways to help UkraineMORE: Elton John and David Furnish release emotional statement – 'We are heartbroken'"Thinking about the women and girls in Ukraine and around the world who are heroically fighting for their country and people today — as soldiers, as mothers, as organizers, as refugee caretakers, as protesters, as journalists..." wrote the star in her caption. The series of photos featured women of all ages taking on a variety of roles, joining one another in protest against Russia, suiting up in army gear, and organizing and distributing donations.A post shared by Jennifer Aniston (@jenniferaniston)The star's heartfelt tributeFans were quick to commend the star for her heartfelt tribute, commenting things like: "That certainly puts it in perspective.

Pierce Brosnan has been inundated with praise after issuing a plea to his fans to support the children of Ukraine. DONATE NOW: What can you do to help Ukraine?The James Bond star has joined a long list of celebrities who are voicing their support for Ukraine and took to Instagram on Wednesday to repost a message from UNICEF USA which asked for donations to help with "emergency response efforts".WATCH: Pierce Brosnan shares hopeful message with fansIt read: "As needs in #Ukraine escalate in line with the conflict, UNICEF is rapidly stepping up emergency response efforts throughout the country, providing critical supplies, access to safe water, child protection and more.