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An Elton John Retrospective
Originally posted on May 7, 2023
It was on this day in 1998 that Elton John was Knighted. He officially became Sir Elton John when he received this honour from Queen Elizabeth II during a Buckingham Palace ceremony.
Here is a post from last year that speaks to the origin of his name Elton John.
From Reginald Dwight, to Elton John to Sir Elton John over a 55 year career.
So, what is the true story behind Elton John’s rebrand back in 1968. Those of you who saw the movie ‘Rocketman’ may suggest that he made the name up on the spur of the moment while visiting the off…