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Elton John formally joined the elite EGOT membership when he gained an Emmy on Monday for his Disney+ particular “Elton John Stay: Farewell From Dodger Stadium.”
John joins the ranks because the winner of an EGOT – the acronym reserved for individuals who win an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony – and finds his place amongst different legendary performers together with Jennifer Hudson, Mel Brooks, John Legend, Whoopi Goldberg, Audrey Hepburn, and extra.
He has beforehand gained two Oscars in one of the best unique track class in 2020 and 1995 for “(I’m Gonna) Love Me Once more” in “Rocketman” and “Can You Really feel The Love Tonight” in “The Lion King,” respectively.
In 2000, John gained a greatest unique rating (music and/or lyrics) written for the theater Tony for the play “Aida.” He’s additionally a six-time Grammy award winner.
The rock star’s EGOT was accomplished on Monday together with his win within the excellent selection particular class for the 2022 “Dodger Stadium” particular, which captured his remaining North American tour efficiency on the Los Angeles baseball stadium amid John’s farewell tour.
John was not current at Monday’s Emmys ceremony, however stated in an announcement despatched to CNN that he’s “extremely humbled to be becoming a member of the unbelievably proficient group of EGOT winners tonight.”
“The journey to this second has been full of ardour, dedication, and the unwavering help of my followers all around the globe. Tonight is a testomony to the facility of the humanities and the enjoyment that it brings to all our lives,” he stated. “Thanks to everybody who has supported me all through my profession, I’m extremely grateful.”