WATCH: Taron Egerton performs surprise duet with Elton John on his farewell tour
This is amazing!
Last updated 10th Jun 2019
Once again, actor Taron Egerton and music icon Elton John have surprised fans with an amazing duet during Elton John's 95th date on this Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour. The pair previously surprised fans at the Cannes Film Festival last month, however, this is the first time since Elton started his tour back in 2018, that fans have been treated to a duet at one of his gigs.
Elton John and Taron Egerton, who plays the iconic musician in the film Rocketman, performed one of Elton's popular songs, 'Your Song', in front of a packed Sussex Cricket Club. He later tweeted a photo from the duet as Taron kisses him on the cheek saying, '@TaronEgerton, thank you for joining me onstage tonight. We've shared so many moments during the filming and release of #Rocketman and singing 'Your Song' with you this evening is another I'll always cherish. Elton x'.
In response to the surprise performance one fan tweeted, 'no way did elton john bring on taron on stage IN MY CITY' sic, with another saying, 'I wish I could sing it with Taron to Sir Elton too.'
WATCH: A clip of Elton John and Taron Egerton performing 'Your Song'
Elton John announced his Farewell Yellow Brick Road last year during a live stream. He told his fans he would be retiring from touring, however the tour would last for three years. He went on to explainer his "priorities have changed" as he now as a family and he would like to "go out with a bang".
Despite announcing his retirement from touring he still has another couple of years because his farewell tour finishes. The singer has also been working on his Rocketman film, which was released last month. The film follows the life of Elton, from a young shy child to the music icon he is today.
Now take a look at who is in the cast of Rocketman:
Taron Egerton as Elton John
Welsh actor Taron Egerton played Elton John in the film about his life. Luckily, Taron is already an accomplished singer, so didn't need a lot of coaching on that aspect of taking on the role.
He's best known for his role as Gary "Eggsy" Unwin in both Kingsman and its sequel, The Golden Circle. He also had a role in Legend opposite Tom Hardy, and played the titular character in Eddie the Eagle opposite Hugh Jackman.
Jamie Bell as Bernie Taupin
Jamie Bell stars in the film as Bernie Taupin, Elton's songwriting partner. After meeting in 1967, the pair have now worked together on more than 30 albums.
Of course, film fans will recognise Jamie as the titular role in Billy Elliot, a film he starred in at the age of just 13. He also starred in 2005's King Kong, The Adventures of Tintin and Fantastic Four.
Richard Madden as John Reid
Richard Madden portrays Elton's long-time music manager and former lover, John Reid. Not only did he manage Elton for over 20 years, but he also spent three years looking after Queen in their early days.
Richard is known for his role as Sgt David Budd in Bodyguard, but rose to prominence after starring as Robb Stark in internationally-acclaimed TV series, Game Of Thrones. He has also had a career in theatre.
Bryce Dallas Howard as Sheila Eileen
Bryce Dallas Howard plays the role of Elton's mum, Sheila Eileen. Although she and Elton did not get on for a long time, they reconciled towards the end of her life, and she was a big part of his Christmas advert for M&S in 2018.
Bryce herself has the film industry in her blood, as she's the daughter of prolific film director Ron Howard. Although she's had many roles, she's known for playing Claire Dearing in the new Jurassic World reboot film series opposite Chris Pratt.
Stephen Graham as Dick James
Stephen Graham portrays Dick James in the film, a British music publisher who signed Elton to his label and encouraged him to use a stage name.
Fans of This Is England will recognise Stephen as Andrew "Combo" Gascoigne, but many others may know him as Tommy from 2000 film Snatch. He also joined the cast of Line Of Duty for the fifth series.
Gemma Jones as Ivy
Gemma Jones plays Ivy in the film, Elton's grandmother. In fact, it was Ivy's piano that Elton first learned to play on at the age of three. He was partly raised by her along with his mother as his father was away with the RAF.
Gemma has had a long and successful career in acting, and after playing Mrs Dashwood in Sense and Sensibility opposite Emma Thompson and Kate Winslet, starred as Bridget's mum Pam in the film series. She also played nurse Madame Pomfrey in the Harry Potter film franchise.
Tate Donovan as Doug Weston
Tate Donovan plays Doug Weston in Rocketman, the owner of nightclub The Troubadour in Los Angeles, California, which played an important role in making Elton's career a success.
Tate is a rather well-known actor, but younger audiences will recognise him as the voice of Hercules in the 1997 Disney film. Alternatively, Tate was memorable as Rachel Green's boyfriend Joshua in TV series, Friends. He also had a main role in Argo, starring and directed by Ben Affleck.
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You can read more about Rocketman the movie here.
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