Let’s talk about Elton John’s kids. Yes, the piano legend, the sequin king, the man who once wore a duck costume on stage. He’s a dad now. And his sons are growing up fast.
Elton and his husband David Furnish have two boys. Their names are Zachary and Elijah. Cute names, right? But the fun part is their ages and how they came to be.
Zachary Jackson Levon Furnish-John
Zachary was born on Christmas Day in 2010. Yes, a literal Christmas baby. That makes him 14 years old as of 2025.
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He arrived via a surrogate mother. Elton called it “the best Christmas present ever.” Hard to argue with that.
Zachary is the older brother. He’s been seen at red carpet events in tiny suits. He looks calm, like he’s already planning his own tour.
Elijah Joseph Daniel Furnish-John
Elijah came along on January 11, 2013. Same surrogate, same love, different birthday. He is 12 years old.
Think about that. Elton was 62 when Elijah was born. Rock stars do it their own way. He famously said, “I’m not your average dad.” True story.
Sir Elton John pictured with rarely-seen sons after fear he won't see
Elijah has wilder hair than Zachary. He looks like he might steal your sunglasses and dance on a piano. That’s a compliment.
Why Are Their Ages So Fun?
Because Elton is 77. Yes, Sir Elton John is 77 years old. That means a 63-year gap between him and his youngest son.
Imagine having a dad who wrote “Rocket Man.” Your bedtime stories are about selling soul records and wearing giant glasses. That’s a unique childhood.
Also, the boys were both born via the same surrogate mother. She carried them three years apart. That’s a hero in her own right.
What Are They Doing Now?
Zachary plays piano. Of course he does. He’s already learning from the master. Elton says he’s better than he was at that age.
Elton John's Rarely Seen Sons Zachary and Elijah Steal the Spotlight at
Elijah loves pop music and TikTok. He’s a normal kid with a very abnormal family. He once asked Elton to stop singing “Crocodile Rock” at dinner. Elton laughed. He didn’t stop.
The boys attend a private school in Britain. They have bodyguards, but also play video games. They’re just kids who happen to have a knight for a father.
A Quirky Timeline
Elton married David nine years before Zachary was born. That’s a long wait. The boys call David “Daddy” and Elton “Papa.” Cute, right?
Zachary was born the same year Elton turned 63. He became a dad later than most people retire. Power move.
Elton John's sons Zachary and Elijah's unconventional bedtime routine
Elijah turned 12 in 2025. That means he’s officially a teenager soon. Elton will have two teens in the house. Good luck to David’s earplugs.
The Funniest Detail
Elton once said his sons think his music is “loud and old.” He’s fine with it. He lets them listen to Taylor Swift and Beyoncé.
When asked about his parenting style, he replied, “I’m strict about manners, but I let them have fun.” So yes, there are probably dance parties in the living room at 9 PM.
The boys have a massive dog named Arthur. And a house so big they need a golf cart to get to the pool. Normal stuff.
So, how old are Elton John’s sons? Zachary is 14. Elijah is 12. But their real age is adorable chaos with a sprinkle of glitter. And frankly, that’s the best kind.