“Hi Elton, we just wanted to say congratulations,” Meghan said at the start of the video message, followed by Harry also sending his own “congratulations” to the singer.
“We are so proud of you,” Meghan continued. “We are so grateful to have been able to see you on your farewell tour as well.”
Harry then chimed in to thank John for all the entertainment he’s provided to so many people around the world “for so many decades”.
The Duke of Sussex also thanked the singer for being a friend of his family.
“Thank you for being the friend you were to my mother,” he said, referring to the late Princess Diana. “Thank you for being our friend. Thank you for being our children’s friend and thank you for entertaining people around the world.”
John memorably performed his song “Candle In the Wind” at Diana’s funeral in 1997.
“Prince Harry has asked Sir Elton to perform at Her Majesty The Queen’s reception at St George’s Hall, Windsor Castle,” Kensington Palace said in a statement at the time. “Sir Elton performed for the newly married couple in recognition of the close bond he has with Prince Harry and his family.”
Harry and Meghan now live in Montecito, California with their children Archie and Lilibet.
The couple ended their video message to John by congratulating him “on an incredible career”.
“Even though it’s officially your retirement, it won’t be your last gig, we know that,” Harry said. “But we love you and congratulations on an incredible career.”
The “Rocket Man” singer bowed out during his North American tour at Dodger Stadium, where he first performed 47 years ago.
Last night I played my 204th and final North American tour show. I can’t thank every single person who has been a part of it, at Dodger Stadium and watching at home, enough for the most incredible night. I love you all and you will forever be in my heart.#EltonFarewellTour pic.twitter.com/K8OgntgJcC
— Elton John (@eltonofficial) November 21, 2022
“This is my last tour,” John told “GMA.” “You have to absorb it. And I’ve absorbed all the love and loyalty that the public has shown.”
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