20
OCT
2010
Elton’s Memorabilia Sells in Fan Auction
A unique collection of Sir Elton John memorabilia went under the hammer tonight. More than 150 fans squeezed into the auction room to bid for items in the treasure trove of lots sold by John’s mother Sheila Farebrother. Bids for 227 items came in from around the world via the internet and over the phone. Mrs […]
19
OCT
2010
Elton Thinks TV Today is “Ass Paralysingly Boring”
Warning of the fleeting fame that comes with shows such as The X Factor, he said: “I’m not a fan of talent shows. I probably wouldn’t have lasted if I’d gone on one. I was asked to judge American Idol. I couldn’t do it because I won’t slag anyone off. “Also, I don’t want to be on […]
07
OCT
2010
Sir John Hosts Citizenship Bash
A party was held last night to mark the British citizenship of Evening Standard chairman Evgeny Lebedev. Hosted by Sir Elton John and David Furnish, 130 guests attended the dinner at the Royal Courts of Justice. Mayor Boris Johnson gave a speech and jazz star Jamie Cullum sang at the event. Words of congratulations from […]
07
OCT
2010
Sir Elton to Perform at American Museum of Natural History
A much-anticipated highlight of the fall season, the Museum Gala is the American Museum of Natural History’s largest annual benefit. More than 500 guests are expected to attend this year’s dazzling ball. Following cocktails in the Roosevelt Rotunda, guests will enjoy a gourmet dinner and a performance by Sir Elton John in the Milstein Hall of Ocean […]
01
OCT
2010
Rocket Man Tour 2010 Adds 4 New Dates
Elton and the band will appear in concert on Friday, November 19, 2010 at 8 pm at the UTC McKenzie Arena, Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA, performing their Greatest Hits Live concert. Elton’s band comprises Davey Johnstone on guitar, Bob Birch on bass, John Mahon on percussion, Nigel Olsson on drums and Kim Bullard on keyboards. Tickets go on public sale […]