Elton John and David Furnish at the CAA Pre-Oscar Party on March 10, 2023.Photo:Natasha Campos/Getty
Natasha Campos/Getty
The Rocket Man himself is feeling all the love on his 77th birthday!
On Monday,Elton Johnturned 77 and his husbandDavid Furnishshared a sweet tribute onInstagramto celebrate.
Furnish, 61, posted a fun picture of the music legend wearing his signature, stylish sunglasses — this pair with rose gold lenses — and holding a miniature figurine of his head in his mouth. In the caption, the filmmaker opened up about how much love he has for his partner of over three decades and husband of 10 years.
“Happy Birthday to my irrepressible husband @eltonjohn,” wrote Furnish, who sharestwo sons— Zachary, 13, and Elijah, 11 — with rock icon.
“You are the best father, hardest working artist and musician, bountiful humanitarian, loving partner, and most loyal friend,” he continued. “Wishing you the healthiest and happiest 77th birthday.”
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The film producer also shared the tribute on his Instagram Story, adding an additional happy birthday message and an illustration of John dressed in his classic Dodgers Stadium ensemble.
The “Tiny Dancer” singer himself reposted the b-day wishes from his husband on his ownStory, and added a funny note. “Love you @davidfurnish,” he wrote. “Always getting my best angles 😘.”
Elton John reshares David Furnish’s 77th birthday tribute on his Instagram Story.David Furnish/Instagram
David Furnish/Instagram
Several famous friends shared heartfelt messages in the comment section, as well.
Fashion designerMarc Jacobsand Broadway producer Jerry Mitchell, among others, also sent warm wishes.
David Furnish and Elton John at the Elton John AIDS Foundation’s 23rd annual Academy Awards Viewing Party on March 10, 2024.Theo Wargo/Getty
Theo Wargo/Getty
John has had a lot to celebrate in recent months. At the start of the year, he became one of the fewcelebrities to reach EGOT status— or having earned an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony.
After thanking those involved with his Disney+ special, he added, “Honoured to have joined the hallowed ranks of EGOT winners, here’s to the joy of music and the magic it brings to our lives!”
Just last week, the “Crocodile Rock” singer also received a coveted titled from the Library of Congress when he and his longtime songwriting partner,Bernie Taupin, wereawarded the Gershwin Prize for Popular Song. In receiving the title, which recognizes their contributions to popular music, the two were honored with a tribute concert featuring performances fromJoni Mitchell,Maren Morris,Metallica,Annie LennoxandBrandi Carlile.
source: people.com
