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Elton John's rarely-seen sons Zachary and Elijah look so grown up in new picture

The Crocodile Rock hitmaker hosted his annual Academy Awards Viewing Party on Sunday

Phoebe Tatham
Content Writer
March 3, 2025
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Sir Elton John's two sons Zachary and Elijah made a rare appearance on Sunday at the 33rd annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy awards viewing party in West Hollywood.

The sibling duo were pictured at the star-studded event alongside their famous parents with huge grins etched on their faces.

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Zachary and Elijah looked so grown-up as they posed for a snaphot with their famous parents

Their eldest son Zachary, whom they welcomed via surrogate in 2010, looked smart dressed in charcoal grey suit, a dark T-shirt and a gold chain. Meanwhile Elijah, whom they welcomed using the same surrogate in 2013, donned a dark suit and a crisp white shirt complete with a gold trim collar.

Dressed to impress, Elton, 77, slipped on an embroidered suit jacket which he paired with a cornflower blue shirt and a pearl necklace. Echoing his smart look, David, 62, wore a luxurious velvet tuxedo jacket and a sparkling rocket-shaped brooch.

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Elizabeth was joined at the glitzy bash by her son Damian

Elton's famous viewing party is a renowned fundraising event that coincides with the hotly anticipated Academy Awards. The aim of the event is to support the Elton John AIDS Foundation and their critical efforts in reaching marginalized communities who are affected by HIV/AIDS.

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Singer Chappell Roan took to the stage during the Academy Awards viewing party

It was a star-studded affair on Sunday night, with a galaxy of stars donning their glad rags for the special occasion. Stepping out to support the musician were Austin Powers actress Elizabeth Hurley, designer Donatella Versace, Heidi Klum and singer Chappell Roan who gave a dazzling performance on stage.

Elton John: 5 surprising facts

Elton John attends the 2019 Vanity Fair Oscar Party hosted by Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on February 24, 2019 in Beverly Hills, California.  (Photo by Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images)© Dia Dipasupil

1.  What's in a name?

Elton's real name is Reginald Dwight which, while not terrible, is far less memorable than his adopted stage name

2. Tiny bit lucky

When Tiny Dancer was first released in the UK in 1971, it was a commercial flop. The song only gained popularity when it was featured in the film Almost Famous 

3. Smart move

Despite being active on social media, Elton doesn't own a smartphone. He does, however, own an iPad which he uses to Facetime his sons Zachary and Elijah

4. God complex

Elton John is godfather to Brooklyn and Romeo Beckham. He's also the godfather to Sean Lennon who is the second son of John Lennon.  Lady Gaga is godmother to Elton's own sons, Elijah and Zachary.

5. Photography collection 

While he doesn't like photos of himself, Elton has an extensive photography collection, particularly appreciating iconic fashion photography. In 2024, he even showcased his collection at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.

Elton and David's family life

The couple have been vocal about how welcoming Zachary and Elijah transformed their lives for the better. Speaking to attitude magazine, Elton candidly shared: "Having the children changed everything for the better because now it's all about them. It's all about their welfare and their future and it's not about me and it's not about him."

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He continued: "We're very comfortable in our relationship. We get better and better and better, but it's the children that just really inspire us and it's the most wonderful time of my life at the moment, and that's pretty amazing."

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The couple got married in 2014

Elton and David are raising their sons in leafy Windsor. Their £4.2 million rural bolthole was purchased by Sir Elton for £400,000 following the success of his Goodbye Yellow Brick Road album.

Located next to Windsor castle, their home boasts a large, country-style kitchen, a panelled library, an ornate dining room and a rambling garden complete with water features and a stable for donkeys and ponies.

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