Iconic singer and songwriter Elton John has reached EGOT with his Emmy Awards win.
No doubt, British star Elton John has had an iconic career. The famous singer and songwriter recently made history as the latest entertainer to join the EGOT after winning the Outstanding Variety Special (Live) category for his Elton John Live: Farewell From Dodger Stadium special. That’s certainly no small feat.
The special documented his final North American show in Los Angeles as part of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour. It was also nominated in the category at the 75th Annual Tony Awards.
Reacting to his win, he said in a statement,
“I am incredibly humbled to be joining the unbelievably talented group of EGOT winners tonight. The journey to this moment has been filled with passion, dedication, and the unwavering support of my fans all around the world. Tonight is a testament to the power of the arts and the joy that it brings to all our lives. Thank you to everyone who has supported me throughout my career. I am incredibly grateful.”
According to Broadway, John is the 19th person to have won all four awards and reach EGOT status. Other people to have done it include “Richard Rodgers, Helen Hayes, Rita Moreno, Marvin Hamlisch, Jonathan Tunick, Robert Lopez (a double EGOT winner), Alan Menken, Jennifer Hudson, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice.”
