Elton John performed potentially his final ever show at Glastonbury 2023, special guest Stephen Sanchez has revealed that the singer-songwriter changed his plans for the set at the last minute.The 20-year-old musician joined the ‘Rocketman’ onstage during his headline slot at the Pyramid Stage on Sunday (June 25) and the two duetted on his own TikTok hit ‘Until I Found You’.He was one of four special guests who joined the music icon on the night, and the show marked Sir Elton’s last scheduled performance of his mammoth ‘Farewell’ tour — which has seen him play over 350 shows across five years.Now, coming up to a week since the monumental set took place, Sanchez has revealed that he and Sir Elton were initially set to perform the latter’s hit 1983 song ‘I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Blues’, but the decision was overturned by the pianist at the last minute.“We’d spent weeks [preparing for] that and then he came to see me and the boys at The Troubadour,” Sanchez said to Rolling Stone. “The week after, he just rang me and said, ‘Stephen, I’ve had a thought.
Sir Elton John crowned top ‘Spectacle Wearer of the Year’
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Sir Elton John has been crowned the top ‘Spectacle Wearer of the Year’. The ‘Rocketman’ singer, 76, who is set to play a headline slot at Glastonbury’s Pyramid Stage on Sunday (25. 06.
23), was rated top of a league table of famous glasses wearers that included comic Alan Carr, 47, snooker icon Dennis Taylor, 74, and actor Johnny Depp, 60, in second, third and fourth places. Bianca Swan from Specsavers, which polled Britons for their favourite specs wearers, said: “Sir Elton John’s headline performance on the Pyramid Stage will undoubtedly be a defining moment in his career. “However, we believe this recognition as the ‘Spectacle Wearer of All Time' could come a close second.
“Whether it’s his signature bright frames, the attention-grabbing size, or sparkling embellishments, Sir Elton’s glasses have left an indelible mark on the minds of fans and fashion enthusiasts alike. “We can’t wait to see what he wears onstage on Sunday. ” A total of 80 per cent of respondents to the Specsavers poll said Sir Elton’s glasses were memorable, with 67 per cent saying their garish colours left the biggest lasting impressions.
Three-fifths of those polled said the size of some of the singer’s glasses burned them on their memories, while nearly half (48 per cent) were “captivated by the sparkles” on some of his specs. The Specsavers poll also found one in five people (21 per cent) believe glasses have become the top fashion accessory. Nearly half (48 per cent) of the respondents said specs were once considered “uncool” but now feel everyone wants to wear them.
Black Eyed Peas rapper and ‘The Voice’ judge Will. i. am, 48, was voted fifth most popular celebrity glasses wearer, with 54 per cent of respondents saying the frames were the
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Dua Lipa reveals why she missed Elton John’s Glastonbury set
Dua Lipa revealed why she missed out on performing with Elton John at his Glastonbury headlining set this year.Fans of both Lipa and Sir Elton were speculating that she would be one of his special guests on stage due to their Number one hit ‘Cold Heart’. Though the ‘Rocketman’ singer did host a star-studded lineup during his performance, Lipa was not one of them. To the fans’ disappointment, Sir Elton still played the track with Lipa’s voice as backing vocals.In a since-deleted Instagram story post, Lipa shared that she was hosting a dinner with her friends and family during the Glastonbury set.
Elton John left Glastonbury to relax at home just 30 minutes after set finished
Elton John reportedly opted to make an early dash after his headline performance at Glastonbury over the weekend.The 76 year old belted out a range of his most iconic songs, including Rocket Man, on the Pyramid stage this Sunday, but didn't stick around for long. "He [Elton] hit the last note of Rocket Man, jumped in a golf cart with a giant E on it, drove down where an automobile was waiting for him and was whisked to the red gate where there was a helicopter," said Entertainment Correspondent Colin Paterson on BBC Breakfast. He went on to explain that people had tracked Elton's helicopter, which took just over 30 minutes to get the pop legend from Somerset to his home in Windsor.
Elton John's legendary Scots guitarist Davey Johnstone has biggest night of career at Glastonbury
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Greatest Hits Radio airs Elton John top ten ahead of Glastonbury performance
1. I’m Still Standing2. Don’t Go Breaking My Heart3. Rocket Man4. I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Blues5. Your Song6. Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me7. Step Into Christmas8. Candle In The Wind9. Sacrifice10. Are You Ready For Love
Glastonbury viewers baffled by Elton John's choice of special guests during headline slot
Sir Elton John performed at Glastonbury last night (June 26) but his special guests left some fans disappointed.The legendary songwriter, who is currently embarking on his last tour, played the Pyramid stage at the festival last night (June 25) and was joined by a number of artists to help him sing some of his hits. But some took to social media to share that they were not impressed. One person tweeted: #EltonJohn was very good but his special guests were a bit underwhelming & it was kinda weird that he did the Dua Lipa one in his own! #glastonbury2023”.
Elton John brings out The Killers’ Brandon Flowers for ‘Tiny Dancer’ at Glastonbury
Elton John brought out The Killers’ Brandon Flowers during his final ever UK gig at Glastonbury tonight (June 25).“My next guest, I first met in 2005 when I started playing Las Vegas. He came round to my hotel suite to play me his band’s first album, which was called ‘Hot Fuss’,” Elton said, introducing Flowers.“We’ve been friends ever since, and he was the first person I thought of to ask to come and sing with me, even though he’s played Glastonbury six times with The Killers.
Sir Elton John at Glastonbury 'may be last UK show' with The Killers frontman among special guests
Sir Elton John has left fans in awe with a stellar performance at Glastonbury as he took to the Pyramid Stage on Sunday night for a "special and emotional" show.
Elton John to be joined by four guests at Glastonbury – as Britney Spears teases debut
Sir Elton John will bring on four special guests during his headline show at Glastonbury this weekend, his husband David Furnish has revealed.The Rocket Man superstar will take to the Pyramid stage at Worthy Farm on Sunday night for what has been billed as his final UK gig. Discussing Sir Elton’s plans for surprises at the show, David told Sky News’ Beth Rigby: “Four collaborators of his choosing. People, he just thought, ‘I’d really like to do something with these artists at Glastonbury’.
Elton John reveals he will have four special guests for his Glastonbury set
Elton John will be joined by four special guests at his headline slot at Glastonbury.Taking place tomorrow night (June 25), the legendary singer-songwriter is set to perform his last ever UK show at the festival. The set follows his mammoth ‘Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour’, which saw him play over 350 shows over five years.While it comes as no surprise that there will be a few special moments lined up for the upcoming show, over recent months the main speculation has been around who will join the ‘Rocketman’ singer for the final set.
Sir Elton John named most iconic celebrity glasses-wearer of all time, study finds
Ahead of his farewell headline gig at Glastonbury Festival this weekend, Elton John has been recognised with another honour - being named the most iconic glasses wearer of all time. The "Rocket Man" and "Your Song" hitmaker topped a poll of 2,000 Brits after wowing fans with his extravagant eyewear during his illustrious career, which has already spanned more than five decades. Funny man Alan Carr claimed the second spot with his thick black frames - and he was followed by Dennis Taylor, whose giant, half-rimmed snooker specs stunned crowds in the Crucible.
Hollywood actor 'set to join Sir Elton John' for epic Glastonbury collaboration
Elton John is said to be hosting four guests for his epic Glastonbury headline set, and one of them is rumoured to be an actor. The Pyramid Stage is set to host Sir Elton on Sunday for what is billed to be his last ever UK performance at the Worthy Farm Festival, which kicked off last night. This comes just after the 76 year old wrapped up his last ever tour, Farewell Yellow Brick Road, to rave reviews.
Elton John praises Nova Twins ahead of them appearing on same day at Glastonbury 2023
Elton John praised the Nova Twins in a recent interview ahead of their performances on the same day of Glastonbury.Speaking with BBC Radio 1’s Clara Amfo, John shared his adoration of the duo claiming that their energy “Could light up Sheffield”. He shared: “These girls rock my world. I’ve had them on the [Apple Music Radio] show, I’ve played their music, too.“It’s so wonderful, what they do.
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Elton John has created a “brand new show” for Glastonbury 2023
Elton John has revealed that he has developed a “brand new show” for his set at Glastonbury 2023.The singer-songwriter announced the update in a new interview with BBC Radio One — where he admitted that he has already planned for the upcoming set to be unlike any of his past performances.He is set to take to the stage on Sunday for the final night of the 2023 instalment (June 25), and will perform on the Pyramid Stage as part of the music icon slot. The gig will also mark the final date of his mammoth Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour, which has spanned over 350 dates across the course of five years.Originally, the farewell tour was set to draw to a close in 2021 — allowing the now-76-year-old to spend more time with his family — however, this was later rescheduled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and later by a hip injury he sustained last year.Now, according to the new interview, it seems that the ‘Rocketman’ singer is looking to end his live shows with a bang, and has planned for the Sunday set to feel like a “brand new show”.“I’m starting with a song I haven’t played for about 10 years, so we’ll see how it goes,” he began.
Elton John says Phillip Schofield affair reaction was “totally homophobic”
Elton John has claimed that the response to Phillip Schofield’s secret affair with a younger colleague was “totally homophobic”.The comments come in light of the television host’s recent departure from the ITV daytime show This Morning, after he admitted to having an affair with a much younger male colleague.Schofield, 61, was a host on the show since 2002, and quit last month after admitting to an “unwise but not illegal” relationship with a male runner. In the time since the affair came to light, the TV personality has faced immense scrutiny from numerous news outlets and the public.Now, Sir Elton has spoken out against the response that people have had towards Schofield in a new interview with Radio Times, and suggested that the reaction would be much different if he was straight.“I feel that the Phillip Schofield thing has been totally homophobic,” he said in the discussion.
Sir Elton John says Phillip Schofield affair backlash is 'totally homophobic'
Sir Elton John has come out in defence of Phillip Schofield and said the backlash from his affair is due to homophobia.
Sir Elton John promises 'brand new show' for headline Glastonbury performance
Sir Elton John has said he will perform an entirely new show for his headline performance at Glastonbury this weekend.
Elton John wades into Phillip Schofield row claiming furore is 'totally homophobic'
Elton John has stated that he believes that ongoing coverage of the Phillip Schofield scandal is "totally homophobic". In a new interview, the 76-year-old had his say on former This Morning presenter, Phillip, his departure from ITV, and his recent affair admission. The conversation moved to the 61-year-old when Elton was questioned about how gay rights have progressed.