How does one of the world’s biggest living music legends celebrate turning 70? With fabulous, party!
Obviously darling!
The star-studded bash may have featured Hollywood’s who’s-who AND British royalty but it was the musician’s morning celebrations that had him tooting a happy tune.
The birthday boy took to Instagram to share how his two biggest fans helped him mark the milestone.
Dressed in a lush patterned robe and wearing his signature tinted shades, Elton’s two sons six-year-old Zachary and four-year-old Elijah treated their daddy to a delicious chocolate cake.
“Birthday bliss @davidfurnish #HappyBirthdayElton,” the iconic Brit penned alongside the snap.
Elton and David tied the knot back in 2014, and have been a couple for over 12 years.
Katy Perry was dazzling in a sequined halter.
After spending the day with his two golden boys, Elton and hubby David Furnish headed to the singer’s lavish LA birthday bash.
The gala, held at the Hammer Museum, had more star power than the Grammy’s.
Along with marking his birthday, the event was also a celebration of Elton’s lengthy career.
Heidi Klum and Stevie Wonder brought the star power.
Date night for couples Neil Patrick Harris and hubby David Burtka and James Corden with his Mrs Julia Carey.
Hosted by Rob Lowe, guests included Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Stevie Wonder, Sharon and Kelly Osbourne, James Corden, Heidi Klum and even Prince Harry!
Stevie Wonder treated the room to his rendition of Elton’s 1973 classic “Daniel. He was then joined by Lady Gaga for one the best “Happy Birthdays” of all time.
The songstress, who is godmother to Elton and David’s two sons, dipped into her back catalogue, belting out “Born This Way” for the crowd.
Prince Harry and Elton have been firm friends for decades.
With a career spanning over half a century, Elton John has picked some many famous friends including Prince Harry.
The royal sent the singer a very special video message, wishing him all the best for his milestone.
According to E!News, the 32-year-old was rocking a pair of Elton-esque sunglasses while holding a copy of they July 2016 issue of Attitude magazine, which had his brother Prince William as the cover star.
The 70-year-old was a dear friend to the boys’ mother Princess Diana, and famously paid tribute following her passing with his remake of “Candle in the Wind.”
The beloved Brit also received personal video messages from Ellen DeGeneres, Bono and David Beckham.
Sharon and Kelly Osbourne plus actors Jon Hamm and Jack McBraye had a blast.
“Some people don’t like birthdays, they don’t like celebrating, they don’t want to know about them, and I’ve always enjoyed my birthday,” Elton mused about his 70th.
“Seventy sounds so archaic, doesn’t it?”
“When I was growing up, 70 sounded like the end of the world. But things have changed — you’re only as old as you feel inside.”
