Sir Elton John, born on March 25th, 1947, recently celebrated his 77th birthday on Monday.
The occasion was marked by a flood of affection from his partner of three decades, David Furnish, who took to Instagram to share a touching tribute to John. Alongside a playful photo capturing the music icon wearing his iconic quirky sunglasses and humorously holding a miniature figurine head of himself in his mouth, Furnish penned a heartwarming caption.
"Happy birthday to my irrepressible husband, Elton John," Furnish began, adding, "You're not just the best father and the hardest-working artist and musician, but also a bountiful humanitarian, a loving partner, and the most loyal friend. Wishing you the healthiest and happiest 77th birthday!" John reciprocated the sentiment by reposting Furnish's affectionate message on his own Instagram stories, adding, "Love you, David Furnish, always getting my best angles."
The celebration drew in a slew of celebrities, including the Spice Girls, Donatella Versace, Charlotte Tilbury, and Paris Hilton, among others, who extended their well wishes to the music icon. Hollywood sources reported that Sir Elton John threw a star-studded birthday bash at his home the day before his birthday, but notably absent were Meghan and Harry, who were reportedly uninvited due to a recent falling out.
The rift between Harry and Elton, who had initially bonded over the musician's close friendship with the late Princess Diana, seems to have emerged from recent events. Elton, known for his emotional tribute at Diana's funeral and his performance at Harry and Meghan's royal wedding reception, had been a pillar of support for the couple during their tumultuous journey, including their decision to step back from royal duties in 2020.
However, relations soured when Harry and Meghan displayed what some deemed ungrateful behavior during Sir Elton's struggle with health issues, notably during Derek Draper's funeral in February. Concerns arose among fans about Elton's health when he was spotted with a walking stick and medical boot, leading to revelations from David Furnish about an upcoming knee operation. Furnish reassured fans that Elton was doing well leading up to the surgery, jokingly mentioning Elton's anticipation of hitting the dance floor post-recovery.
Despite Elton's significant support for Harry and Meghan, including during their challenging transition to life outside the royal family, the couple reportedly failed to reach out or visit Elton during his health struggles. This apparent lack of gratitude has led to Elton's decision not to include them in recent events. Elton's health journey has seen him undergo several surgeries, including a knee replacement in January and an upcoming knee operation, following a hip surgery in 2021 after a fall at a friend's home. Despite these setbacks, Elton remains resilient, surrounded by the love and support of his long-time partner, David Furnish, and his fans worldwide.
