Elton John is the newest star to land within the pantheon of EGOT greats — and whereas he may’ve needed to wait a protracted, very long time … it was effectively definitely worth the persistence to interrupt by means of in TV.

The long-lasting musician received an Emmy Monday evening for Excellent Selection Particular (Reside) — resulting from his Disney+ live performance particular — which was an enormous deal contemplating it put him in an unique membership of different entertainers who’ve checked all of the showbiz packing containers.

In fact, along with his Emmy win … EJ turns into the nineteenth individual to have received an Oscar, Emmy, Grammy and Tony — one thing the Rocket Man himself was grateful for, in assertion solely.

Certainly, Elton wasn’t readily available at yesterday’s awards present to choose up his {hardware} or to make a speech in entrance of everybody … however his husband, David Furnish, and an EP from the particular went up there on his behalf and relayed a message from Elton himself, “I’m extremely humbled to be becoming a member of the unbelievably proficient group of EGOT winners tonight.”

He added, “The journey to this second has been full of ardour, dedication, and the unwavering help of my followers all around the globe. Tonight is a testomony to the ability of the humanities and the enjoyment that it brings to all our lives. Thanks to everybody who has supported me all through my profession, I’m extremely grateful.”

As for why he did not present … Elton had his knee changed in surgical procedure lately, and he was at dwelling within the UK recovering — though Furnish did say they referred to as him up with the information.

Elton joins the likes of different EGOT winners, akin to … John Legend, Whoopi Goldberg, Jennifer Hudson, Audrey Hepburn, Rita Moreno, Mel Brooks and different legends within the sport.