Reginald Kenneth Dwight is Elton John's actual name. On March 25, 1947, he was born. Elton John legally changed his name in 1972 because he no longer wanted to be associated with the moniker Reggie. ¹⁾

Elton's name was inspired by two members of his 1960s soul band Bluesology. The new stage name was a mix of saxophonist Elton Dean's and vocalist Long John Baldry's names. ²⁾

Elton also dropped his given middle name of Kenneth in favor of Hercules. He explained that he named himself after a character in a popular British sitcom. ³⁾

Elton created Bluesology while he was just 15 years old. During their European tour, the band opened for performers such as Patti LaBelle and the Isley Brothers. ⁴⁾

It's no wonder that Elton likes his pianos, as they're his signature musical instrument. He names the majority of these ladies after great female artists such as Aretha Franklin and Diana Krall. ⁵⁾

You may hire Elton for a private event if you have enough money. He has charged more than $1 million for the opportunity to play at your event. ⁶⁾

Watford Football Club named a set of bleachers after Elton in 2014. Elton was previously president and chairman of the club as a passionate admirer.⁷⁾