Elton John

Sir Elton Hercules John (born Reginald Kenneth Dwight) is a British singer, songwriter, and pianist born on March 25, 1947, in Pinner, Middlesex, England, renowned as one of the best-selling music artists of all time with over 300 million records sold worldwide[1][2][4]. A child piano prodigy who attended the Royal Academy of Music, he formed a legendary songwriting partnership with lyricist Bernie Taupin, achieving massive hits like 'Rocket Man,' 'Crocodile Rock,' and 'Candle in the Wind,' and becoming the 19th EGOT winner[1][2][3]. His flamboyant style and showmanship have made him an enduring icon in pop and rock music[1][4][7].