Music icon Sir Elton John found himself at the center of backstage drama during Saturday night's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony, where the legendary performer reportedly lost his cool over scheduling delays that threatened his travel plans.
The Backstage Explosion
According to multiple eyewitness accounts reported by Page Six, the 78-year-old music legend threw what sources described as a "fit" behind the scenes at Peacock Theater. The ceremony was running behind schedule, prompting John's visible frustration with event organizers.
"What the hell is wrong with you people? Nobody knows what they're doing!" the Rocket Man singer allegedly shouted at event staff. The core of his frustration appeared to stem from pressing travel arrangements, with John emphatically declaring, "My plane is waiting!" as he awaited his turn to perform.
Not His First Backstage Drama
This isn't the first time Elton John has been involved in backstage tensions. Sources reminded Page Six about a similar incident involving music legend Tina Turner during rehearsals for the 1999 Divas Live VH1 special. Turner had previously told 60 Minutes that John "just exploded" when she tried to show him how to play Proud Mary, though he later apologized for the outburst.
Despite the backstage commotion at the Hall of Fame ceremony, insiders revealed that after "some scrambling and discussions in the hallway," John eventually took the stage without further issues.
Emotional Tribute to an Idol
The backstage tension gave way to a moving performance as Elton John paid tribute to late Beach Boys mastermind Brian Wilson, who passed away in June at age 82. John delivered an emotional, piano-less rendition of the Beach Boys classic God Only Knows, describing Wilson as his "idol" during the heartfelt moment.
The 1994 Hall of Fame inductee's representatives have been contacted for comment regarding the backstage incident. Elton John remains one of music's most celebrated artists, with a career spanning six decades that includes multiple Grammy Awards, an Academy Award, a Tony Award, and a Golden Globe.
