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As Elton left the stage in Los Angeles last night (Sunday 20 November) after his 271st date on the Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour, it marked his last ever tour date in North America.
Over 50,000 fans packed Dodger Stadium for the last of three nights at this iconic venue including A List fans Bernie Taupin, Taron Egerton, Neil Patrick Harris, Donatella Versace and JoJo Siwa.
It was in this building in 1975 where Elton took to the stage for two legendary concerts, wearing the now iconic Bob Mackie designed silver and blue beaded Dodgers Uniform.
His two hour long set began with ‘Bennie and the Jets’ before Elton blazed his way through a further 23 songs including fan favourites ‘Rocketman’, ‘The Bitch is Back’ and ‘Crocodile Rock’ and included fireworks, confetti and Elton recreating his bejewelled uniform, but this time in the form of a robe created by Gucci!
“Tonight is a very special night, we are creating history tonight,” John said, “And I’m so glad to see you at Dodger Stadium.”
For only the second time on the tour Elton invited very special guests to join him on stage during the course of the concert to perform with him. Brandi Carlisle performed “Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me”, which Elton dedicated to the late members of his band. Kiki Dee performed “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart”, which she duetted with Elton John back in 1976. And Dua Lipa graced the stage to perform their recent global hit “Cold Heart”.
Elton Johns Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour continues in January heading to Australia and New Zealand before returning to the UK and Europe in March. The tour concludes in Sweden on Saturday 8 July 2023. Click below for tour dates and ticket details.