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Sir Elton John confesses 'I'm still happy to be a gay man' in emotional speech after receiving the Attitude Legacy Award in rare public appearance


Sir Elton John made a rare public appearance as he took to the stage at the Attitude Awards 2024 to receive the Legacy Award on Wednesday evening.

Presented with the honour in a room full of showbiz stars at the Roundhouse in Camden, London, the legendary musician, 77, admitted the award 'meant a lot as a gay man' and confessed it had been a 'long journey' for him. Speaking before Sir Elton appeared on stage, song-writer Ed Sheeran said: 'Wherever the great are gathered, from Park Lane to Hollywood Boulevard, there are awards to be found for icons, legends or lifetime achievement. Speaking before Sir Elton appeared on stage, song-writer Ed Sheeran said: 'Wherever the great are gathered, from Park Lane to Hollywood Boulevard, there are awards to be found for icons, legends or lifetime achievement'

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