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Elton John's spectacular 60th

Mar 26, 2007, 11:20 GMT

Sir Elton John celebrated his 60th birthday in style by throwing a glitzy party at a New York cathedral followed by concert at Madison Square Garden. 03/24/2007 - Elton John - Elton John's 60th Birthday Party - St. John the Divine Church - New York, NY © Janet Mayer / Photorazzi

03/24/2007 - Elton John - Elton John's 60th Birthday Party - St. John the Divine Church - New York, NY © Janet Mayer / PhotorazziThe flamboyant singer kicked off his birthday weekend by hosting a lavish bash at the Cathedral Church of St John The Divine on Saturday (24.03.07).A host of celebrities were among the 400 guests, including Donatella Versace, Pierce Brosnan, Yoko Ono, Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne and newlywed Elizabeth Hurley, who arrived wearing a stunning white Versace gown.During the evening Elton's partner David Furnish, who organised the glamorous event, introduced a short film tribute, featuring messages from Sir Paul McCartney, Rod Stewart, Celine Dion and Jim Carrey.The celebrations continued on Sunday (25.03.07), Elton's actual birthday, when the star performed at the world famous Madison Square Garden, which also poignantly marked his 60th show at the venue.Elton was introduced by former US president Bill Clinton, who congratulated him on "joining my favourite club, the 60-year-olds", and then launched into his set with 'Sixty Years On'.He continued to wow the audience with a collection of his biggest hits, including 'Rocket Man', 'Benny and the Jets', 'Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me' and 'Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting'.During the performance, Elton was joined on stage by surprise guests Whoopi Goldberg, Robin Williams and his songwriting musical partner Bernie Taupin, who led the crowd in a rendition of 'Happy Birthday'.Elton concluded his sold-out concert by performing 'Your Song', telling his fans "Thank you for making my birthday special".(C) BANG Media International

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LJMar 26th, 2007 - 11:57:08

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ELTON!!!
I'VE BEEN LISTENING TO YOU FOR OVER 30 YEARS AND STILL CAN'T GET ENOUGH...
YOU JUST KEEP GETTING BETTER!!!!

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rjsmith@tribune.comMar 26th, 2007 - 12:06:36

Happy Birthday Elton !!!

Being alive in a time to have lived through each of your recording releases has been one of the greatest pleasures in my life.

If only I had been able to have walked through the door of London's Neon club the night that you were hosting Freddie Mercury's 40th Birthday party, I may have gotten to meet you...

Kindest of Regards,
Randall

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DONALDMar 26th, 2007 - 12:27:23

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ELTON, YOUR WORK HAS PROVIDED A GREAT DEAL OF JOY AND SOOTHING LISTENING.

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:> :>Mar 26th, 2007 - 13:55:08

ONE OF THE GREATEST ENTERTAINERS OF ALL TIME - HE JUST KEEPS GETTING BETTER!!!

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PaulaMar 26th, 2007 - 16:06:49

Who cares?

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JeffMar 26th, 2007 - 16:14:16

Paula,

Obviously you care. You read the article and saw fit to post a response.

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Jesse BaptistaMar 26th, 2007 - 16:31:12

Happy Birthday Sir Elton ,

You're sixty (60) years young and still going strong! More power to you

and May The Good Lord Be With You Always !

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GlorianaMar 26th, 2007 - 17:25:41

Happy B-Day Sir Elton
You are the greatest.

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GingerMar 26th, 2007 - 17:27:20

I can't tell you how much your music has meant to me over the years. Saw you at Madison Square Garden when I was in my early 20s and loved the show---still love you over 30 years later. Happy Birthday!!!

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KurechMar 27th, 2007 - 02:21:48

Elton, i hope you get it right finally and change your orientation! what's that all fag thing about? Get back to liking women please!

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AVoiceMar 27th, 2007 - 02:58:04

Been listening to you since the early 1970s. Still sound great and it never gets old! May you continue to rock on!

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carolineMar 27th, 2007 - 08:47:48

I agree with paula - who cares - I think elton john is a flamboyant clown

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AlMar 27th, 2007 - 12:20:33

Happy Birthday Sir Elton John..... It has been, it is and it will be always remembered that you one of the few singer who mark history..... thank you