Elton John: Hollywood’s Newest EGOT Award Club Member

Through the years, awards have been given to artists for their hard work and talent, although only some can say they have won all four major awards: an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony. Only 18 people have been given this honor, and Elton John became the 19th member on January 15th, 2024.

Elton John is known around the world for his musical talents, which never fail to surprise us. Throughout the years, he has written several masterpieces that have not only changed the music industry but the cinematic industry as well. From “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” from Disney’s The Lion King to “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart,” John has created music that spans countless emotions.

During the 75th Emmy Awards, Elton John won for best variety special (live) for his performance in “Elton John Live: Farewell from Dodger Stadium.” This exclusive livestream allows fans to watch his final North American show, which fans can stream on Disney+. In addition to his Emmy, John has won five Grammys, two Oscars, and one Tony.

In addition to these awards, John has numerous accomplishments. He has sold over 300 million records and has seven consecutive number-one albums in the US. John has over fifty top-40 hits in the UK Singles Chart, and in 2021, he became the first solo artist to have singles in the UK Top 10 over the span of six decades. Each of these achievements make him one of the best-selling artists of all time.