Elton John is one of the most famous musicians in the world, with a career spanning over 50 years.
The British singer, who was knighted in 1998, is famous for hits such as “Your Song”, “Candle in the Wind” and “Rocket Man”.
And Elton’s music has been the soundtrack to the lives of generations around the world.
Today it was revealed Elton John is expected to make an announcement “imminently” to confirm he is retiring from touring after several decades on the road.
A spokesperson would not confirm the report ahead of time.
What is Elton John’s real name? How old is Elton John?
Sir Elton Hercules John was born Reginald Kenneth Dwight on 25 March 1947, making him currently 70-years-old.
The eldest child of Stanley Dwight and only child of Sheila Eileen, he grew up in Pinner, Middlesex where he was raised in a council house by his maternal grandparents.
In his five-decade career, Elton John has sold more than 300 million records, making him one of the best-selling music artists in the world.
Sir Elton has sold more than 300 million records over his career and is one of the world’s most in-demand live performers.
And with such a huge back catalogue and many tours under his belt, it is unsurprising the father-of-two enjoys a massive personal fortune.
When will Elton John retire?
The 70-year-old star’s record sales have been in decline in recent years and is due to come to the end of a set in Las Vegas.
According to The Mirror, an announcement from Sir Elton is due “imminently.”
The news follows recent bouts of ill health, with the star spending 48 hours in intensive care last year after contracting a “harmful and unusual” bacterial infection.
He’s expected to retire after a final world tour.
Last year he spent two nights being cared for in intensive care and 12 days in hospital while battling a “harmful and unusual” bacterial infection, contracted during his tour of South America.
He became “violently” ill during a flight back to Britain following a performance in Santiago, Chile, where he performed on April 10.
Following his illness last year a statement was released saying: “We regret to inform you that due to medical reasons, Elton John is forced to cancel his entire performance schedule for the upcoming April/May run of “The Million Dollar Piano” at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace.
“Elton is also cancelling his scheduled performance for Bakersfield, California for Saturday May 6.”
He first toured in 1970 after a series of shows at LA’s Troubadour Club .