The Best Elton John Outfits: See The ‘Rocket Man’ Singer’s Looks Over the Years

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Elissa Anderson

March 25, 2023 10:00AM EDT

Celebrate the one and only Elton John’s March 25 birthday with a look at his most outrageous outfits. Scroll through for his best looks through the years here.

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The Best Elton John Outfits — See The ‘Rocket Man’ Singer’s Looks Over the Years

The Best Elton John Outfits — See The ‘Rocket Man’ Singer’s Looks Over the Years — Happy birthday Elton John! The fierce, fabulous Elton, turns 76 today & is in a league of his own when it comes to over-the-top concert outfits. And it’s no wonder why the star, who celebrates his birthday on March 25, loves fashion. Through the years the five-time Grammy-winner has taken the stage across the globe, meaning he’s needed more than a few excellent ensembles to go with.

The glam-rock icon has never shied away from glitz, often opting for feathers, fur, and sparkling fabrics. And of course, how can we forget his legendary sunglasses? Through his daring looks, he’s inspired a generation of performers to embrace their wild sides, both on stage and off.

Here, Elton John dresses to the nines to receive his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He matched his star in a golden suit, with a matching hat and platforms for the ceremony, which took place in Nov. 1975.

Want to see more of Elton’s outrageous outfits? Click through the gallery for a fashion show!

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Elton John Dazzles In A Dodgers Uniform

Elton John Dazzles In A Dodgers Uniform — Play ball! Elton John is electric while donning a fully rhinestone-encrusted LA Dodgers jersey for a concert at Dodger Stadium in Oct. 1975.

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Elton John Dresses As Donald Duck

Elton John Dresses As Donald Duck — What a quack! Elton John is seen on stage dressed like Donald Duck for a concert in New York’s Central Park on Sept. 13, 1980.

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Elton John Rocks Red, White & Blue

Elton John Rocks Red, White & Blue — Independence day! Elton John is seen in Uncle Sam stars and stripes for his role as the Pinball Wizard in the 1975 movie ‘Tommy’, based on the album by The Who.

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Elton John Dons Colorful Feathers

Elton John Dons Colorful Feathers — Ruffling feathers! Elton John looks like a wild bird in colorful plumes on ‘The Muppet Show’ on Oct. 25, 1977.

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Elton John Looks Regal

Elton John Looks Regal — Dressing the part! Elton John shows off his stems while wearing a Marie Antoinette-inspired creation backstage after the Royal Variety Show’s performance of ‘Mother Goose’ at the London Palladium on Dec. 2, 1984.

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Elton John Enchants

Elton John Enchants — Star power! Elton John looks like a wild wizard while taking the stage at Madison Square Garden in New York in 1986 wearing a starry jacket and red mohawk.

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Elton John Is Sharp

Elton John Is Sharp — Elton John wears a silver coat and bold stripes to an event in 1987. Looking good!

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Elton John Glitters In Gold

Elton John Glitters In Gold — Elton John giggles at opera singer Jessye Norman as Jon Bon Jovi looks on at left at the Sixth Annual Rainforest Foundation International Benefit at New York?s Carnegie Hall in 1995. His gold suit was quite the look.

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Elton John Wows In White

Elton John Wows In White — Elton John goes totally wild with a white wig and tons of feathers for his 50th birthday celebration in Mar. of 1997. The event was held at London’s Hammersmith Palace.

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Elton John In Green

Elton John In Green — Green screen! Elton John goes green at the opening of Las Vegas’ Studio 54 in 1997.

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Elton John At The 2000 Grammys

Elton John At The 2000 Grammys — Elton John smiles while holding up the Grammy Legend Award during the 2000 ceremony on Feb. 23. Everything was looking good from behind his rose-tinted glasses.

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Elton John & David Furnish

Elton John & David Furnish — Double trouble! Elton John and now-husband David Furnish look born during his birthday party in London on Mar. 14, 2001.

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Elton John Is Pretty In Pink

Elton John Is Pretty In Pink — Sir Elton John sports pink silk and pinstripes while backstage at Caesars Palace during his Las Vegas concert residency in 2004. Even the bottom of his shoes matched his frock!

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Elton John Is The Madman Across The Water

Elton John Is The Madman Across The Water — Living legend. Elton John pays tribute to his album ‘Madman Across The Water’ as he performs during his Diving Board Tour on Nov. 14, 2013 in Washington D.C.

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Elton John In Sweden

Elton John In Sweden — Elton John dons a bold purple look as he takes the stage at Malmö Arena in Sweden on Nov. 10, 2016. Classic.

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Elton John Leads The Band

Elton John Leads The Band — One-man band! Elton John is the man in charge during a concert at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia on Dec. 1, 2018. He wore an ensemble that looked like a marching band conductor’s garb.

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Elton John In 2018

Elton John In 2018 — Sir Elton John is stylish as ever as he announces his final tour during a performance at NYC’s Gotham Hall on Jan. 24, 2018. His jacket was full of intricate embroidery.

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Elton John Performs In 2019

Elton John Performs In 2019 — Elton John gets the crowd going as he performs on stage during A Day On The Green music festival at Mt Duneed Estate in Australia. He donned a bedazzled black suit to the event, which took place on Dec. 7, 2019.

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Elton John In Purple

Elton John In Purple — Elton John celebrates his Oscar for Best Original Song at his AIDS Foundation awards viewing party in LA on Feb. 9, 2020. He won for ‘Rocket Man’, a musical based on his life story.

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Elton John Performs at Madison Square Garden In 2022

Elton John Performs at Madison Square Garden In 2022 — Sir Elton John performs at Madison Square Garden during his Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour on Feb. 22, 2022. His black and white tux was embroidered with flowers and he looked just as fabulous as always.

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