Sir Elton John and his husband, David Furnish, have been a couple for more than twenty years.
Together, they are raising two sons, Zackary and Elijah, focusing on instilling humility and an understanding of money’s value in them.
Elton John’s Illustrious Music Career
At 73, Elton John, a critically acclaimed musician with a discography spanning 32 albums, continues to perform and delight fans worldwide. Despite his successful and longstanding career, John is now turning his attention towards his family life with Furnish and their children.
The Beginning of a Beautiful Relationship
The couple’s romance began in 1993 after John returned to his Windsor home, seeking to meet new people. A dinner organized by a friend led him to meet Furnish, with whom he felt an immediate bond. John was charmed by Furnish’s shyness and sense of style. Following a date the next day, the pair embarked on a long-term relationship, formalizing it in a civil partnership for nine years before marrying in 2014. The wedding, announced via Instagram, was made memorable by the inclusion of their sons as ring bearers.
The Path to Parenthood
John and Furnish’s path to fatherhood was challenging yet fulfilling. Their journey began in 2009 with an encounter with Lev, a Ukrainian boy living in an orphanage for children with HIV. Although they wished to assist Lev, government regulations due to his age prevented this. Nonetheless, they maintained contact and continued to support him. This experience inspired John to embrace fatherhood, something he had previously thought impossible due to his age. The couple welcomed their first son, Zachary, in 2010 via surrogacy, followed by Elijah in 2013.