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12.05.2022 / 00:55
Elton John shares emotional tribute as he makes surprise appearance
Elton John is almost as well known for his legendary music as he is for his advocacy, having founded The Elton John AIDS Foundation in 1992.ALSO: HELLO! launches Jubilee T-shirt collection to celebrate Queen Elizabeth in styleDuring an event in New York City for yet another crucial cause, a breast cancer awareness charity gala hosted by the one and only Elizabeth Hurley, the musician combined his two passions, and made a surprise appearance that left the crowd at a loss for words.Both he and his husband, David Furnish, were honorary co-chairs of the night, and though they couldn't make it in person, Elton still took guests by complete surprise by making a virtual appearance, and performing live.WATCH: Elton's son skiis like a proMORE: Elton John shares rare photo of sons as he posts sweetest tributeAfter Elizabeth shocked the audience as she presented the singer, he first took a moment to give a heartfelt tribute to the woman that inspired the event, Evelyn Lauder, one of breast cancer awareness' leading activists, who passed away from ovarian cancer in 2011.The music icon said: "I'm sending my love to BCRF. I tried, but I'm sorry I can't be there."He continued to express that: "This one is for all of you and thank you for helping the BCRF make more money every year, it's an amazing charity, in memory of an amazing woman.