Old-School Elton John
The Rocket Man's been wowing us with his showstopping performances—and outfits!—since the '70s. Take a look back at the Elton of old.
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Photo: © Terry O'Neill/Firepine
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Photo: © Terry O'Neill/Firepine
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Photo: © Terry O'Neill/Firepine
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Photo: © Terry O'Neill/Firepine
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Photo: © Terry O'Neill/Firepine
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Photo: © Terry O'Neill/Firepine
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Photo: © Terry O'Neill/Firepine
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Photo: © Terry O'Neill/Firepine
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Photo: © Terry O'Neill/Firepine
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Photo: © Terry O'Neill/Firepine
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Photo: © Terry O'Neill/Firepine
Published 04/14/2010