Elton John breaks silence in update after private jet makes emergency landing at 10,000ft

Lady Gaga is coming to the rescue. The Academy Award winner has stepped up and will take over hosting duties at Elton John's annual Oscars party, set for March 27.

Lady Gaga is coming to the rescue.The Academy Award winner has stepped up and will take over hosting duties at Elton John's annual Oscars party, set for March 27. The change was made due to scheduling conflicts with the artist's Goodbye Yellow Brick Road tour.Pose star Billy Porter and Will and Grace actor Eric McCormack will serve as co-hosts for the yearly gathering held on Hollywood's biggest night.

Lady Gaga, Billy Porter and “Will & Grace” star Eric McCormack will join Elton John to co-host the superstar’s charity Oscar watch party.

Lady Gaga, Billy Porter and Eric McCormack are teaming up to host Elton John‘s annual Oscars party!

Ed Sheeran, Justin Bieber and UK rapper Tion Wayne.She has even helped superstar success stories like Elton John and Dua Lipa hit number one with her viral videos.At just 16, her social media talents pushed Elton and Dua's track Cold Heart hit number one in the UK charts, with 65,000 chart sales and 5.9 million streams going toward their success coming directly from her.Plus, Tion Wayne and Russ Millions’ Body is the first-ever drill song to reach No1 in UK charts, all with the help of Issey’s Tik Tok video that received over 10 million views.This helped the drill duo rack up 71,000 chart sales and 10.7m streams to date.The talented star is one of the UK's Top 10 female TikTok stars and is reportedly on a mission to encourage young people to express their feeling and emotions freely.She may be from a small town but she has already landed some top partnerships with the lines of Amazon Prime, Netflix, JD Sports, Pretty Little Thing, Oh Polly and more.The star has also personally worked with Mimi Webb, Sam Fischer and Surfaces and is a regular at global events and recently attended The BRITs last month.She has also been popping up at London Fashion Week and attended some major runway shows in the big smoke.This comes a week after Elton hit the headlines after being forced to make a terrifying emergency landing after his private jet suffered issues.He reportedly had a hydraulics failure at 10,000ft in the sky, according to The Sun, resulting in the aircraft having to abort landing twice before it touched down.This was apparently due to such strong winds of up to 80mph at the time.There's MUCH more where that came from! Want all the jaw-dropping stories from the world of showbiz and up to the minute news from TV and soaps?Wel

Strictly Come Dancing dancer Kristina Rihanoff was forced to apologise to fans on Sunday after posting several now-deleted tweets that many felt were "insensitive" and "Pro-Putin".MORE: Elton John and David Furnish release emotional statement – 'We are heartbroken'The 44-year-old star faced backlash after posting a message in which she criticised Sky News for reporting that Russia had been banned from the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest following the invasion of Ukraine.WATCH: Kristina Rihanoff reunites with Strictly partner Robin Windsor for inspiring reasonIn a long statement shared on Twitter, Kristina clarified that she did so because she thought "there was far more important information on that day".READ: Kristina Rihanoff opens up about raising partner Ben Cohen's daughtersRELATED: Ben Cohen's ex-wife regrets explicit rant about Strictly's Kristina Rihanoff"This, in any form says I was supporting what's happening at the moment between Russia and Ukraine," she added.It’s said to see so much hatred so I just wanted to say things I really mean pic.twitter.com/NuA5WqPcWuRead Kristina's statement in fullAfter explaining that her grandfather was from Ukraine and that she and husband Ben Cohen chose a Ukrainian name for their daughter, Milena, she added: "Seeing the news is breaking my heart as I have Russian friends who live in Ukraine and vice versa."She continued: "I am not supporting Putin, war, invasion, lost lives and politics. I hate it as much as a human being possibly can."Kristina then went on to reveal she was "deeply sorry" for offending anyone with her remarks and said she was "powerless doing anything to help anyone in both countries".

Elton John has expressed that he’s “heartbroken” over the “nightmare” the people of Ukraine are currently living through.It comes after Ukraine severed diplomatic ties with Russia and declared martial law after Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered an attack on the neighbouring nation on Thursday (February 24).Last night (February 26), John took to Instagram to post an image of Ukraine’s blue and yellow flag, showing his support for those affected by the attacks.“For over 20 years, the Elton John AIDS Foundation has supported some of the most vulnerable people in Ukraine with access to HIV services and care, as part of our commitment to communities across Eastern Europe and Central Asia.The ‘Rocket Man’ singer’s charity was established in 1992 and supports HIV prevention, education programs and support services for those living with HIV.“We are heartbroken and appalled to see this conflict unfold and our hearts are with the people of Ukraine who do not deserve to live through this nightmare,” he continued.

Elton John and David Furnish have taken to social media to share a moving statement in support of Ukraine.MORE: Sir Elton John breaks silence after terrifying plane ordealSharing the same picture, which features the country's blue and yellow flag, the stars wrote: "For over 20 years, the Elton John AIDS Foundation has supported some of the most vulnerable people in Ukraine with access to HIV services and care, as part of our commitment to communities across Eastern Europe and Central Asia.WATCH: Elton John films at £5million luxury home"We are heartbroken and appalled to see this conflict unfold and our hearts are with the people of Ukraine who do not deserve to live through this nightmare. During these devastating times, we stand for an end to the violence and suffering in Ukraine so that life-saving services and humanitarian aid can reach those desperately in need.

Elton John was seen emerging from his New York City hotel on Friday in order to head to New Jersey for a concert date.The 74-year-old musical legend is currently in the midst of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour, which is slated to wrap up next year.For his pre-stage outfit that evening, Elton selected an eye-popping set of purple Gucci sweats and a matching pair of shades. Off he goes:Elton John was seen emerging from his New York City hotel on Friday in order to head to New Jersey for a concert dateThe Candle In The Wind crooner warded off the wintertime northeastern chill by wrapping himself in a bomber jacket.Completing his ensemble with a pair of sneakers, he kept his mask on while heading off onto the sidewalk in the city that never sleeps.

The One Show.The 44-year-old TV star exclaimed: "What! What was that?" as his Welsh partner on the sofa introduced film star Taron Egerton to the programme but not in English.Alex said: "Lets say hello to Hollywood star by the way of..." as she began to reel off his name in Welsh.The former Boyband star couldn't contain his laughter but Rocket Man actor Taron - who played Sir Elton John in the epic film - seemed to enjoy her introduction.Impressed Taron chimed: "Heyyyy."Still giggling, Ronan added: And Bridgerton star by way of Henley, I got the easy one I think.He continued: "It's Taron Egerton and Jonathan Bailey."Moving on with the interview, Ronan referred back to an earlier VT that showed an interview with Stephen Fry and Harry Potter author JK Rowling.The ex-Boyzone member asked: "So Taron, Stephen Fry and JK Rowling are helping to get you to sleep at night, is that right?"Taron replied: "I'm re-visiting all of the Harry Potter books by way of Stephen Fry reading the audio books and I'm finding it's a really lovely way to unwind at night with the Phoenix's and horcrux's and that type of thing."Alex asked: "Might there be a reason? Is this researched?The film star quipped: "Ohh yes, I am intending to become a wizard," at which point both Alex and Ronan began to laugh out loud.Before the Welsh TV host commented: "Very nicely navigated."Carrying on with the joke, Taron interjected: "If I can grow a beard in time but at this rate you, know it'll take 50 years."After the awkward moment had cleared, Alex continued with the interview allowing both actors to speak about the play that they are in.The two-some both star in Mike Bartlet's Oliver-Award-winning play C**k which is playing in the Ambassadors Theatre in London

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media ReporterWatching Elton John perform at Madison Square Garden always feels historic; although though he’s performed there more than 70 times, he frequently says it’s his favorite stage on Earth.Even more historic is the feeling of watching him play what he says will be his last show ever at the iconic venue. (Then again, this is a man whose 300-stop worldwide farewell tour began in 2018 and, due to COVID-19, may be going on considerably longer than the 74-year-old originally planned.)“This is definitely the most magical venue to play in the world,” an emotional John told the New York City crowd on an unseasonably warm Wednesday evening.

Elton John, 74, took to Instagram earlier today to bid a heartfelt farewell to his “favourite venue in the world”.The legendary musician is performing his Farewell Tour as he shared insight into his time at Madison Square Garden.Elton posted several snaps of him earlier today to his 3.9 million followers.The black and white pictures featured him waving goodbye to his fans in the crowd.Another featured him looking up in wonder at the audience.He also showed a drum kit that had been signed by him to mark the occasion.Elton captioned his images: “Quite a moment for me last night playing Madison Square Garden for the last time on tour.“My favourite venue in the world and somewhere I’ve played over 70 times.“Thank you for a magical couple of nights and 52 years of memories x.”He then shared the hashtag “#eltonfarewelltour”.Many of the singer's famous followers and fans replied to the post with their well wishes.Charlie Puth wrote: “So special.

Elton John hits the stage for his second show in consecutive nights at New York City's famed Madison Square Garden on Wednesday.With just hours to go until he puts on his unique stage persona, and all the striking fashion ensembles that go with it, the British musician decided to take some time for himself which included a casual stroll.The outing comes after John suffered a mid-air scare that forced his private jet to make an emergency landing while en route to the U.S. for the New York concerts.

Elton John faced a terrifying situation when he was flying from the UK to New York, after his private jet suffered a hydraulic failure at 10,000 feet in the air. The iconic singer was traveling to New York City for a special performance of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour at Madison Square Garden, however just an hour into the flight something went wrong with the aircraft and the pilot was forced to make an emergency landing, quickly making a U-turn near the coast of southern Ireland.On top of the malfunction, the tripulation was facing winds reaching 8mph, making it harder for the pilot to land.

Elton John is doing just fine following his plane’s reported emergency landing.

Elton John is ok after experiencing a terrifying arrival into Ireland on Tuesday after his private jet suffered a hydraulic failure, his representative confirmed to Fox News Digital. The performer was making his way from the United Kingdom to New York, where he was scheduled to perform at the Madison Square Garden on Tuesday and again on Wednesday, when the aircraft he was in suffered hydraulic failure at 10,000 feet. The plane diverted to the coast of Southern Ireland, and witnesses say the pilot twice aborted landing while winds reached 80 mph.The Farnborough Airport cleared a runway for the aircraft, and fire crews and ambulances were on hand to assist on the ground.

Elton John has reportedly been left “shaken” after his private jet was forced to make an emergency landing.Sources say the jet was flying over southern Ireland at 10,000ft, on its way from the UK to New York for a show at Madison Square Garden, when it was forced to land.According to The Sun, the plane took off around 10am UK time yesterday (February 22), but suffered hydraulic issues an hour into its journey and was forced to turn back, eventually landing at Farnborough Airport in Hampshire.An eyewitness commented: “The jet was being buffeted and couldn’t land. It was horrible to see.

Sir Elton John suffered a scary ordeal this week as he headed to New York to perform at Madison Square Gardens.MORE: 10 rare photos of Elton John's children with husband David FurnishHis private plane suffered hydraulic failure at 10,000ft, the Sun reports, and had to twice abort landing on a day that winds hit 80mph.WATCH: Inside the Beckhams' stunning homesShortly after 10am on Tuesday, Sir Elton, 74, left Farnborough Airport in Hampshire, but about an hour into the trip the pilot had to make a U-turn while approaching the coast of southern Ireland.READ: Elton John and David Furnish's wedding connection to Prince Charles and Duchess CamillaMORE: Inside Sir Elton John's $7.2million eccentric mansionThe private jet then returned to Farnborough, where ambulance crews, firefighters and police were on alert. Sir Elton's plane was forced to carry out an emergency landing (seen in 2019)Eyewitness Philip Thomson saw the incident and told the publication: "The terrible weather and epic gusts made it almost impossible to land.

Sir Elton John endured mid-air drama as his private jet suffered hydraulic failure at 10,000ft on Monday 21 February. Elton, 74, left Farnborough Airport for New York soon after 10am but one hour into the 3,000 mile trip, the singer’s £66 million jet’s hydraulics failed, according to reports. Gradual or sudden loss of pressure or flow resulting in a loss of power is common in hydraulic system failure, which is often caused by air and water contamination.

Elton John resumed hisFarewell Yellow Brick Road Tour in the US just hours after a scary situation, which resulted in his private plane having to make an emergency landing back in the UK.The legendary rocker's wowed the New York City crowd at the famed Madison Square Garden on Tuesday,playing many of his hit songs that have made him a music icon.It would take persistence and a change of planes for John to make it to Manhattan in time for the show in the wake of his terrifying mid-air drama, which was setoff by ahydraulic failure on his private jet while en route from the UK to the US. Back on stage: Elton John, 74, appeared to be full of high-octane energy for his show at New York City's famed Madison Square Garden on Tuesday hours after his private plane had to make an emergency landing back in the UKThe singer's plane was about an hour into the flight from Farnborough Airport in Hampshire on Monday for the sold out concert when pilots decided they had to return due to a problem with the plane's hydraulic systems.They had been flying about 10,000 feet over Ireland at the time of the initial emergency.

Elton John’s private plane has had to make an emergency landing following a terrifying engine emergency at 10,000ft.