![]() ![]() However, she wasn’t honored for her music, but for her work with Women’s Aid, a charity that helps “vulnerable women,” specifically victims of domestic violence.Ĭopyright © 2022, ABC Audio. Today in 1998, Elton John (born Reginald Kenneth Dwight) became Sir Elton John, knighted by Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace. Meanwhile, Melanie Brown, aka Mel B, aka Scary Spice of the Spice Girls, was made an MBE - a Member of the Order of the British Empire. Sir Elton John is best known for his tribute to Princess Diana and his top single Candle in the Wind, and now, for being a member of the exclusive league of knighted musicians. Other music legends who are CBEs include Queen‘s Brian May, Led Zeppelin‘s Robert Plant, Sting, and the Bee Gees. A knight is a person granted an honorary title of knighthood by a head of state (including the Pope) or representative for service to the monarch, the church or the country, especially in a military capacity. “I love you and you so deserve this recognition.” In the comments, Bernie replied, “Thanks my darling friend. “Congratulations to my lyricist extraordinaire on his C.B.E that was announced today!” Elton wrote on Instagram. Queen Elizabeth II for services to music and charitable services and became Sir Elton Hercules John, CBE. Elton was made a CBE in 1995, and was subsequently knighted in 1998, which is why he’s now called Sir Elton John. In 1998 Elton John received a knighthood from H.M. Taupin received the honor in recognition of his “exceptional services to music.” A CBE is one step below a knighthood. Twenty-seven years after Elton John received the honor, his long-term musical partner Bernie Taupin has been made a CBE - Commander of the Order of the British Empire - as part of Queen Elizabeth II‘s annual New Year’s honors list. Jeff Spicer/Getty Images for Paramount Pictures But for Elton John, receiving a knighthood from Queen Elizabeth II on Tuesday was the pinnacle of his 33-year career.
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