Sir Elton John enjoyed reunion with Taron Egerton for his 79th birthday Sir Elton John and Rocket Man actor Taron Egerton had lunch together on the singer's 79th birthday. 26 March 2026 Sir Elton John had "surprise" lunch with Taron Egerton on his 79th birthday. Sir Elton John reunited with Taron Egerton this week The legendary musician turned 79 on Wednesday (25.03.26) and he revealed part of his celebrations involved an unexpected meal with the Rocket Man actor, who he befriended after the 36-year-old star played him in the 2019 biopic.