Elton John 'forced to decline Royal invite to Princess Diana memorial' after hip operation

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Princess Diana this month to celebrate the life of the late royal and mark what would have been her 60th birthday.The celebration was due to take place earlier this year, but was postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic.Prince William, Diana's eldest son, invited the 74-year-old musician to the memorial, which is scheduled for October 19, along with 100 other guests.It coincided with the unveiling of a new statue of the Princess of Wales, who died in 1997 at the age of 36.Unfortunately Elton is reportedly no longer able to attend the party, as he is still recovering from a hip operation, which he underwent earlier this month.The Candle in the Wind singer has already sent his apologies to the Royal Family, The Sun has reported.A source.