President Biden surprised Elton John with the National Humanities Medal

President Joe Biden surprised Sir Elton John with the National Humanities Medal at the White House on Friday night.

Following a performance of some of his biggest hits, Biden, along with First Lady Dr. Jill Biden, invited the singer back onstage to present him with the honor for his advocacy in the global fight against HIV/AIDS.

“The President of the United States awards this National Humanities Medal to Sir Elton John for moving our souls with his powerful voice and one of the defining song books of all time,” a military aide read. “An enduring icon and advocate with absolute courage, who found purpose to challenge convention, shatter stigma, and advance the simple truth – that everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect.”

“I think we surprised him,” the president told the crowd after placing the medal around the neck of the visibly moved John.

 

“I’m never flabbergasted, but I’m flabbergasted and humbled and honored by this incredible award from the United States of America,” the singer said. “I will…

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