Overview

• On July 31, Elton John shared on Instagram a photo of congratulatory cards and floral bouquets marking his 35th anniversary of sobriety.
• Handwritten notes from sons Zachary and Elijah declared their pride with messages reading “We are so proud of you” and “We are incredibly proud of you.”
• He captioned the post, “Thankful for all the love on my abstinence birthday,” underscoring his appreciation for the outpouring of support.
• John first became sober in 1990 and told People magazine last year that abstinence brought him humility, gratitude and faith.
• The celebration highlights the central role of his husband, David Furnish, and their two sons in sustaining his decades-long recovery.