Elton John performs in London in April 2023.Photo:Simone Joyner/Getty Images
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Elton Johnis soaking in the moment.
“We won an Emmy and I am on cloud nine!! Receiving this recognition is a testament to the passion and dedication of everyone involved, and I am so deeply grateful,” John, 76,wrote on Instagram, celebrating the news.
He also told fans that he unable to accept the award in person due to a recent “knee operation.”
“A gentle reminder, perhaps, of a lifetime spent jumping off pianos,” he joked. “My heartfelt thanks go out to the@televisionacadand all those who took the time to vote. This award reflects the collective effort and creativity of an amazing team.”
“Thank you to all the fans, friends, and collaborators who have supported me throughout the years,” he continued, after listing out the people he wished to thank for their help. “Honoured to have joined the hallowed ranks of EGOT winners, here’s to the joy of music and the magic it brings to our lives!”
At Monday’s award showAmy Poehler, who presented the award, hinted at his new status in her introduction for his nomination saying, “Now I can’t speak for Elton but, ‘EGOT’ to be excited about that.”
Though John was not in attendance, the special’s producers went up to receive the award on his behalf, saying that he “sent his love and thanks” to the voters.
“We knew this show would be historic because it was going to be Elton’s last ever show in North America on tour. We knew it would be historic because it was Disney’s first ever live global stream,” one of the producers said while accepting John’s Emmy onstage. “We did not know it was gonna be historic because it was going to win a man who has created the soundtrack to all of our lives. He’s done so much great for society — who is all of our heroes. We didn’t know that it was gonna win him an EGOT.”
Elton John.Simone Joyner/Getty Images
In a separate news release after the win, John — now the 19th person to ever score the coveted four awards — added, “I am incredibly humbled to be joining the unbelievably talented group of EGOT winners tonight. The journey to this moment has been filled with passion, dedication, and the unwavering support of my fans all around the world."
“Tonight is a testament to the power of the arts and the joy that it brings to all our lives. Thank you to everyone who has supported me throughout my career, I am incredibly grateful,” he said.
source: people.com
