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Elton John Slams Russia for Cutting Gay Scenes from Rocketman: ‘We Believe in Building Bridges’
Elton John is slamming Russian movie distributors after they censored Rocketman and excluded several scenes showing gay sex and affection from the film.In a joint statement obtained by People, the 72-year-old singer and the filmmakers of the musical biopic stated, “We reject in the strongest possible terms the decision to pander to local laws and […]
Continue readingHow to Rock the Rocketman Look Irl
We love these products, and we hope you do too.E! has affiliate relationships, so we may get a small share of the revenue from your purchases.Items are sold by the retailer, not E!.Rocketman is finally on the big screen, tiny dancers.And we imagine some of you fashionistas are as excited as we are to unleash […]
Continue readingMoulin Rouge Vibes! Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban Sing Sweet Rendition of ‘Your Song’
Nicole Kidman is revisiting her days at the Moulin Rouge!The Big Little Lies actress, 51, sweetly sang a version of Elton John‘s “Your Song” with her husband, country singer Keith Urban, which she shared on Instagram Wednesday night.The song was featured in her 2001 film Moulin Rouge! in which she starred opposite Ewan McGregor.“A little […]
Continue readingElton John Considered Justin Timberlake and Tom Hardy to Play Him in Rocketman
Before there was Taron Egerton, there was almost Justin Timberlake.Elton John opened up about the process of getting his life story made into an onscreen musical in a personal letter published by The Guardian on Sunday.There, John revealed the film went through several iterations before they landed on the right fit for an actor to […]
Continue readingTaron Egerton, Richard Madden and More Dazzle at Rocketman NYC Premiere
Elton John is known for his stunning styles and flare for the dramatic.So, it’s safe to say that the bar was set high for all the stars attending the Rocketman premiere in New York City.Stars like Taron Egerton, Bryce Dallas Howard and Claudia Shiffer made sure to rise to the occasion with their chic and colorful outfits that were perfectly suited […]
Continue readingTaron Egerton Shares the Hardest Part About Transforming Into Elton John in Rocketman
Taron Egerton explains he made a huge, erm, “sacrifice” when he transformed into Elton John.Starring in Rocketman, a musical rendition about the legendary singer’s breakthrough years, the 29-year-old British star recalls the special moments he shared with Sir Elton (like reading his personal diary!) and what it was really like to alter his appearance for the role.Speaking […]
Continue readingTaron Egerton Says Elton John Sends Him Positive Reviews of Rocketman ‘Every Day’
Elton John is Rocketman‘s biggest fan!On Tuesday night’s episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live, Taron Egerton — who plays the legendary musician in the upcoming biopic — shared that John, 72, keeps sending him reviews of the movie.“I try and avoid reviews, but Elton sends me them every day,” Egerton, 29, said.“Every day! He’s sort of […]
Continue readingElton John — Good Genes or Good Docs?!
Elton John has some legendary looks! Here is a 31-year-old version of the singer and songwriter, who has had three albums inducted into the Grammy Hall Of Fame, looking dapper at the premiere party for the film “Grease” in New York City back in 1978 (left) and 41 years later …The now 72-year-old award-winning artist […]
Continue readingThe History of Elton John’s Name Is a Success Story on Its Own
Elton John is such an icon, it’s easy to forget that his birth name is something entirely different.But his biopic Rocketman, starring Taron Egerton, reminded us that he actually changed his original moniker early on his career.So what’s the story? Who was he before Elton John (and before Sir Elton John)?The backstory is quite simple, […]
Continue readingTaron Egerton Drunkenly Stole From Elton John’s Kitchen at 3 A.M. Because He’s That Friend
When an intoxicated Taron Egerton is hungry, he’s going to eat, Ok?The 29-year-old actor made that pretty clear during a press conference at the Cannes Film Festival in France on Friday.The Rocketman star shared a hilarious story in which he remembered staying over Elton John’s house to get to know the singer before portraying him […]
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