Elton John has achieved EGOT standing after being awarded a statue on the Emmys 2024 final evening (January 15).
The seventy fifth Emmy Awards came about on the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles, California yesterday, and had been hosted by actor, comic and presenter Anthony Anderson.
John received the Excellent Selection Particular (Dwell) award for his live performance movie Elton John Dwell: Farewell From Dodger Stadium, which was live-streamed on Disney+ in November 2022. The venture captured the legendary artist’s ultimate North American date on his ‘Farewell Yellow Brick Street’ tour.
The musician was unable to attend final evening’s ceremony as he’s recovering from a knee damage. Nonetheless, he shared an announcement in regards to the honour of turning into an EGOT artist (somebody who has received an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and a Tony Award of their profession).
“I’m extremely humbled to be becoming a member of the unbelievably gifted group of EGOT winners tonight,” John mentioned. “The journey to this second has been stuffed with ardour, dedication, and the unwavering assist of my followers all around the globe.”
He continued: “Tonight is a testomony to the facility of the humanities and the enjoyment that it brings to all our lives. Thanks to everybody who has supported me all through my profession, I’m extremely grateful.”
John is the nineteenth individual to realize EGOT standing and solely the third pop artist to win, following within the footsteps of John Legend and Jennifer Hudson, per Rolling Stone.
The ‘Rocket Man’ icon later took to social media to share one other message of thanks, writing: “We received an Emmy and I’m on cloud 9!!”
He added: “Receiving this recognition is a testomony to the eagerness and dedication of everybody concerned, and I’m so deeply grateful.
“While I’m gutted that I couldn’t be there to simply accept this award in individual– I just lately underwent a knee operation, a delicate reminder, maybe, of a lifetime spent leaping off pianos (see pic 2!) – my heartfelt thanks exit to the @televisionacad and all those that took the time to vote.
“This award displays the collective effort and creativity of a tremendous workforce…”
John went on: “I wish to categorical my deepest gratitude to @disneyplus, @davidfurnish, @lukelloyddavies, @mrbenwinston, and all the @fulwell73productions and @rocketentertainment groups on your dedication to deliver this to life.
“A particular acknowledgment goes to the distinctive band and all the crew of the Farewell Yellow Brick Street tour. Your dedication and expertise have all the time been the driving pressure that retains our unimaginable followers entertained evening after evening.”
He continued: “Thanks to my unimaginable particular visitors @dualipa, @brandicarlile, and Kiki Dee plus @bernietaupinofficial for becoming a member of me on stage that particular evening.
“Thanks to all of the followers, associates, and collaborators who’ve supported me all through the years.”
John concluded: “Honoured to have joined the hallowed ranks of EGOT winners, right here’s to the enjoyment of music and the magic it brings to our lives!” Try the publish above.
The star has two Oscars, each within the Greatest Authentic Tune class for ‘Can You Really feel The Love Tonight’ from The Lion King (1994) and ‘(I’m Gonna) Love Me Once more’ from Rocketman (2019).
John has 5 Grammys total, and received a Tony Award in 2000 for Greatest Authentic Rating for the present Aida.
In different information, it was just lately reported that Elton John had accomplished a brand new album with Brandi Carlile. It got here after he revealed in November that he had completed a brand new report with the assistance of his songwriting associate Bernie Taupin.
