Freddie Mercury's gift for Elton John after death and heartbreaking final note

Elton John’s sons Zachary and Elijah made a rare public appearance holding hands with their godmother Lady Gaga on Sunday as they were seen attending their father’s Oscars party.The pair were pictured at the Elton John Aids Foundation Oscars Viewing party as guests of honour along with the singer and actress, who was hosting at the event. Elton John’s husband David Furnish was also photographed with the two boys, whom he shares with the 75 year old, dressed sleekly in all-black as he joined Gaga in presenting that evening.

Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins – watch her on-stage tribute below.On Friday night (March 25), Foo Fighters issued a statement confirming that the 50-year-old drummer had died in Bogotá, Colombia. A cause of death was not given. “The Foo Fighters family is devastated by the tragic and untimely loss of Taylor Hawkins,” it read.A host of artists have dedicated performances and songs over the weekend to the late drummer, including Coldplay, who dedicated a song to Hawkins at a gig in Mexico on Friday, and Miley Cyrus, who played her Lollapalooza set in his honour.Elsewhere, Liam Gallagher dedicated a performance of Oasis‘ ‘Live Forever’ to Taylor Hawkins at his Teenage Cancer Trust show at London’s Royal Albert Hall, while Elton John, Slash, Wolfgang Van Halen and many more have also paid their respects.During her set at the Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival in Georgia on Saturday (March 26), Jett paid tribute to “one of the greatest drummers of our time” and added: “The [Foo Fighters] and Taylor are good friends of ours.

Elton John wasn’t at his annual Oscars party this year, but that didn’t stop celebs from stepping out for the event!

The Oscars might be Hollywood’s biggest party, but it’s only the start of a night of festivities that extends from the Governors Ball through Vanity Fair’s soirée to the Elton John AIDS Foundation benefit and finally to Madonna’s annual afterparty in the hills. Scroll down to see a selection of photos from this year’s fêtes.

Oscars viewing party is a staple of the awards season.

Saweetie left very little to the imagination on Sunday evening as she arrived to Elton John's star-studded viewing party in West Hollywood.The rapper, 28, highlighted her ample assets in a black floor-length gown with daring cut-outs across the chest.She was joined at the annual Oscars shindig by the likes of Lady Gaga,Christina Hendricks and Heidi Klum. Wow!Saweetie left very little to the imagination on Sunday evening as she arrived to Elton John's star-studded viewing party in West HollywoodSaweetie's head turning look also featured a pair of dramatic arm-lengthy gloves and a pair of strappy black heels that poked out from under her dress.Her toe nails were painted a bright white shade and she accessorized with a pair of silver chandelier earrings.

EXCLUSIVE: Paloma Garcia-Lee gets Oscars ready with HFMTaking to the stage with his co-host Lady Gaga, Elton's husband David Furnish drew attention to 'two very special guests who inspire me and Elton every day.

Elton John performed a special tribute song during his Iowa show on Saturday in honour of Taylor Hawkins. The Foo Fighters drummer passed away in Bogota, Colombia on Friday at 50.

Sir Elton John hailed Taylor Hawkins as "one of the greatest drummers" in a touching tribute at his concert on Saturday night (26. 03. 22).

Elton John dedicated a performance of his 1974 song ‘Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me’ to Taylor Hawkins last night (March 26) at a show in Iowa – watch below.The Foo Fighters drummer died on Friday night (March 25) at the age of 50. The band announced the news in a statement on social media; no cause of death was given.“The Foo Fighters family is devastated by the tragic and untimely loss of Taylor Hawkins,” the statement read.

Elton John has just celebrated a milestone birthday, turning 75 on Saturday, March 25.

Elton John and Rod Stewart  have known each other for over 50 years.

Elton John is looking back at being shamed for being gay.

Sir Elton John was stopped from adopting a Ukrainian orphan because of his sexuality. The 75-year-old star and his husband David Furnish tried to adopt a child from an orphanage they visited, but they were told they wouldn't be able to because they're gay. The 'Rocket Man' hitmaker - who has Elijah, nine, and Zachary, 11, with David - said: "I was carrying this little boy around for hours.

Elton John and husband David Furnish are proud parents of two sons, Zachary and Elijah, both born via surrogate.

Adam Lambert has told how his predecessor and Queen star Freddie Mercury was struggling during the recording process of The Show Must Go On, revealing that it was "hard for him".Speaking in 2021, the former Pop Idol star, 40, explained Queen guitarist Brian May, 74, had confided in him that frontman Freddie was struggling with AIDS while recording the 1991 hit the year before.The pop star told how his bandmate Brian May had revealed the sad detail about the hit.The hit features on Queen's 1991 album, Innuendo, and despite being credited to the group, the song was written by Brian.It was recorded while Freddie was battling AIDS a year before his death.Last year, American network ABC hosted The Queen Family Singalong special, which saw Adam sing The Show Must Go On.Speaking about the hit, the pop star said: "I’m gonna be singing ‘The Show Must Go On,’ and from what I found out over the years, this was a very important moment for Freddie."It was towards the end of his life, and the song took on really powerful meaning for him," he added.The star continued: "It was written by Brian May, and he’s told me about the recording session that Freddie was weak."You know, it was hard for him, but he powered through."Brian said his voice was just stellar on it, and you can hear it now if you listen to the recording."He sounds magical," he added during an interview with Entertainment Canada Today.Musical genius Freddie died of bronchial pneumonia in November 1991, following complications from AIDS, aged 45.Brian continued to play guitar for himself in the wake of Freddie's death, but was convinced that the band would never reform.Addressing the singer's death, the guitarist told The Guardian how he and his bandmates, John Deacon and

Elton John and husband David Furnish are parents of two sons, Zachary and Elijah, both born via surrogate.

Daily Star Sport , we take a look at some of the most baffling and bizarre stories linked to football initiations, one of the game's wackier quirks which has often caused carnage and controversy.Where better to start than with Wheater himself? At 35, the defender was recently handed his latest career lifeline by former club Darlington after a lengthy spells on the sidelines following back surgery.What better way to thank the National League North side than by treating them to an enthusiastic Elton John tribute? For his Darlington homecoming, the former Middlesbrough man adorned jazzy glasses before performing 'I'm Still Standing' while propped up on a chair holding a pretend microphone. Classic.What is your favourite football initiation story? Give us your thoughts in the comments sectionDuring the 80s and 90s, Wimbledon's Crazy Gang hit the headlines for all manner of reasons.

94th annual Academy Awards are Sunday, which means it's time for some of the swankiest A-list parties of the year!The fun only begins during the Oscars' star-studded telecast, hosted this year by Amy Schumer, Regina Hall and Wanda Sykes. Following the announcement of the 2022 Best Picture winner, this year's attendees will be headed to some of the biggest soirees in town — under COVID protocols, of course.From the Governors Ball to the after-party to the Elton John AIDS Foundation's annual bash, ET will be on the scene to see who's rubbing elbows and hear from the night's biggest stars. Here's a look at what to expect from some of the Oscars' biggest parties!Traditionally the first stop post-show for all of the night's biggest winners, the Governors Ball is where winners get their Oscar statuettes engraved while rubbing elbows with their fellow attendees and enjoying a bite to eat from some first-class chefs.Wolfgang Puck returns this year — following two pandemic-restricted ceremonies — for his 28th year as the head of the kitchen during the Governors Ball.

David Furnish has paid the sweetest tribute to his "spectacular" husband Elton John in honour of the singer's 75th birthday on Friday.MORE: Elton John's £5.3m mansion with husband David is ultimate party padSharing a snapshot of the star playing on a keyboard, doting husband David gushed: "Sharing a moment of creation. To celebrate the creation of Elton Hercules John. 75 years ago today he arrived on this planet.

Sir Elton John, Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly.Having released his debut album, Hypersonic Missiles in 2019, the North Sheilds star had been sharing music since as early as 2017 and working on mastering his talent from the age of 10.However, aged 18 in 2013, Sam was spotted performing at his local boozer, the Low Lights Tavern by music manager Owain Davies who later took him on as a client.Fast forward several years and Fender became an instantly recognisable voice with tracks including Play God and Poundshop Kardashians being loved by millions.However, the 27-year-old never expected to find such huge success and admits having fans including Elton completely blows his mind.When commenting on whether he ever believed he'd be friends with the rocker, he exclusively told Daily Star: "Definitely not, I never thought I'd be in this world."I still to this day have imposter syndrome, it's one of those things where it's quite unbelievable, some of the places we find ourselves in."When I think back to me living on the road with my mam."However, Sam revealed he had to turn down the opportunity to collaborate with Elton, explaining: "It sounds awful to say, 'I was too busy to work with Elton', but I needed to finish my album."Me and Elton will definitely happen at some point. We just need to find time to get into the studio, we want to make something special together.