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It was a privilege to speak with Winnie and Isa – two remarkable people on the frontlines of Uganda’s HIV response. They reminded us of what’s truly at stake.Thanks to the generosity of the American people, PEPFAR has helped save over 26 million lives – it’s one of the most successful global health programs in history.The recent funding freeze has shown just how fragile that progress is - and how urgently support is still needed.Last week, the U.S Government restored PEPFAR funding for the remainder of 2025 - a vital, life-saving step we applaud.But the work isn’t over. We need funding secured longer term and resources must now reach the frontlines quickly to prevent new infections and ensure access to treatment.Watch the full video via the link in our bio to see why fully funding PEPFAR is critical to the global HIV response. 🎥 @highwaychildfilms

He's still standing!🕺 Rocket Man @eltonjohn has achieved a career-first record, with his greatest hits LP Diamonds being his first album to spend 400 weeks on the Official Albums Chart 🪩

Hold me closer, @brandicarlile and @eltonjohn, because you’ve received an #emmys nomination for An Evening with Elton John and Brandi Carlile! Congratulations! #awardshow #emmyawards #cbs

@kashculpeppermusic joins @eltonjohn on #RocketHour to talk about growing up, learning to play the guitar, and the artists who inspire him. Listen now on Apple Music 1. 🚀

Backstage congratulating @rachelfullertownshend and Pete Townshend on the opening of their spectacular @quadmodballet at @sadlers_wells!@officialthewho

This brilliant band are a Rocket Club favourite so it’s great to finally meet and talk with them on the show. Since meeting in Liverpool, they have been creating some brilliant upbeat, feel-good music with its own unique sound, brilliant melodies, and a strong female energy with a powerful message. Listen to the full episode now @applemusic!

We have been proud to lead the Elton John AIDS Foundation in the global HIV response, working to make sure communities around the world are seen, supported, and safe.In my recent interview with @hitsdd for their Pride 2025 special, I spoke about one of the most urgent issues we’re facing: the future of PEPFAR. This US-funded program has saved 25 million lives through HIV prevention, testing, and treatment.We are honoured to have seen the impact of @PEPFAR firsthand. The joy in people’s faces, the dignity, the hope…because America cared enough to invest in their future.We can’t afford to turn back now. We must protect the progress we’ve made. We’re nearly there. 🧡🌍Link in bio to read the full interview.

Divine lunch at home with our Prada family - and other great friends from the world of musical theatre. @pradawestend@vanessawilliamsofficial @georgiebuckland@mrmatthenry@amydibartolomeo@theebillyporter#calliekhouri

This week on Rocket Hour, I sat down with the wonderfully talented SIENNA SPIRO. She’s been songwriting since she was 10, has a brilliant voice, and builds music in such a unique way. She’s released her EP Sink Now, Swim Later and is out touring now - don’t miss our chat and her music on the show! Listen now @applemusic 🚀

Brian Wilson was always so kind to me from the day I met him. He sang ‘Someone Saved My Life Tonight’ at a tribute concert in 2003, and it was an extraordinary moment for me. I played on his solo records, he sang on my album, The Union, and even performed for my AIDS Foundation. I grew to love him as a person, and for me, he was the biggest influence on my songwriting ever; he was a musical genius and revolutionary. He changed the goalposts when it came to writing songs and shaped music forever. A true giant.

Thank you to Billboard for honouring myself and @davidfurnish with the Creators’ Champion Award at their UK Power Players Event. Supporting the next generation of British artists is one of the major driving forces in my life. As everyone in that room was aware, the Data Bill is currently looming over our industries and the future livelihood of all artists. It is an existential issue. Earlier this evening, the government was defeated for an unprecedented fifth time by the House of Lords who have backed the crucial amendment to the bill. I am now calling on the Government to do the right thing and get transparency added to the bill. Administration of copyright must be transparent. And it must have an artist’s full permission. These two principles are the bedrock of our industry. They must be included in the data bill as a backstop.Let’s be clear - we want to work with the government. We are not anti A.I. We are not anti Big Tech. We are not against Labour. We want a solution that brings all parties together in a way that’s transparent, fair and allows artists to maintain control of their work. We will not let the Government forget their promise to support our creative industries. We will not back down and we will not quietly go away. This is just the beginning. Thank you Billboard. And thank you Baroness Kidron and The House of Lords for standing up for our world-beating artists, journalists, playwrights, designers and authors.

When I hear that scale, I know we’re in for a ride.I just LOVE how Little Richard’s Bible starts and ends! 🚂🎹