Elton John: The Pain Behind the Fame — Addiction, Lennon, Diana, Tragedy & More | tribuune.

In these powerful and revealing interviews, Sir Elton John opens up about the highs and lows of his extraordinary life. From battling inner demons and addiction to reflecting on ageing, fame, and his place in the ever-changing music industry, Elton offers an unfiltered look at the man behind the legend. Elton discusses his flamboyant stage persona, unforgettable showbiz memories with icons like John Lennon, Michael Jackson, Freddie Mercury, and Princess Diana, and the lessons he’s learned about love, friendship, and survival in the spotlight. He also speaks honestly about his sexuality, coming out in the public eye, and how his marriage to Renate Blauel ultimately collapsed under the weight of his personal struggles. Elton reflects on how drugs, alcohol, and bulimia nearly destroyed him—and how music ultimately saved his life. This intimate conversation captures Elton John at his most vulnerable and inspiring, as he shares wisdom about fame, resilience, and staying true to oneself. ✨ TIKTOK |   / tribuune   Watch more on our TikTok! Follow @tribuune for much more exclusive content! 🎵 MUSIC | Sourced from Epidemic Sound | https://share.epidemicsound.com/mlmwhk 00:00 - Intro 00:16 - Ageing In Rock 1976-2008 08:51 - Views On Other Music Legends 17:20 - Bribing John Lennon Out Of Retirement 20:48 - Reacton To John Lennon's Death 25:05 - Memories Of John Lennon 29:05 - How Elton Met The Royals 31:02 - Relationship With Princess Diana 32:42 - Death Of Gianni Versace 34:28 - Reaction To Princess Diana's Sudden Death 36:36 - Rewriting 'Candle In The Wind' 40:21 - Diana's Legacy 42:01 - Addressing His Sexuality 48:42 - Whirlwind First Marriage 53:07 - The Break-Up 57:21 - Beginning of The Spiral 59:19 - Hitting Rock Bottom 01:03:37 - Performing While Intoxicated 01:05:53 - Road To Recovery 01:09:28 - Making Life Lessons 01:13:26 - Response to AIDs Crisis 01:18:13 - Views on Gay Marriage #EltonJohn #RocketMan #CandleInTheWind ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••­­­••••••••••• 🎬 We Create New Videos Every Week tribuune. is a dedicated to uncovering the complicated lives of the world's most famous and mysterious of stars. | SUBSCRIBE ‪@tribuune‬