The "CBE" after Elton John's name stands for "Commander of the Order of the British Empire." This honor is awarded by the British monarchy to recognize significant contributions to the arts, sciences, charitable work, or public service. Elton John received this title in 1998 for his impact on music and his philanthropic efforts, particularly in the fight against AIDS.
Actually Elton John has Olivia Newton John's name. Elton John was born Reginald Kenneth Dwight and changed it to Elton John.
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His stepfather's name was Fred, but Elton John called him Derf [which was Fred backwards]
Elton John's famous piano is a Yamaha Grand Piano, specifically a Yamaha C7 model. He often refers to it as "The Rocket Piano," a nod to his nickname, "The Rocket Man." This piano has become iconic in his performances and is central to his musical identity.
Elton Hercules John is his actual real name, since he legally changed it in 1972 by deed poll. His birth name was Reginald Kenneth Dwight. As the story goes, he borrowed the name "Elton" from a saxaphone player in one of his earlier bands. When trying to determine a new last name, he reportedly asked his bandmates what they thought would go well with it. Given the unusual name, one bandmate suggested adding something simple and what was more simplier than "John".
Actually Elton John has Olivia Newton John's name. Elton John was born Reginald Kenneth Dwight and changed it to Elton John.
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His stepfather's name was Fred, but Elton John called him Derf [which was Fred backwards]
It means short tree or shrub.
Elton Brand's birth name is Elton Tyron Brand.
Ben Elton's birth name is Benjamin Charles Elton.
Elton Burkett's birth name is Elton Gail Burkett.
Elton John's famous piano is a Yamaha Grand Piano, specifically a Yamaha C7 model. He often refers to it as "The Rocket Piano," a nod to his nickname, "The Rocket Man." This piano has become iconic in his performances and is central to his musical identity.
Ray Elton's birth name is Samuel Raymond Elton.
Val Johns's birth name is Valjean Johns.
Elton Hercules John is his actual real name, since he legally changed it in 1972 by deed poll. His birth name was Reginald Kenneth Dwight. As the story goes, he borrowed the name "Elton" from a saxaphone player in one of his earlier bands. When trying to determine a new last name, he reportedly asked his bandmates what they thought would go well with it. Given the unusual name, one bandmate suggested adding something simple and what was more simplier than "John".
Daniel Johns's birth name is Daniel Paul Johns.