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Fans of Sir Elton John thought they had heard every out-there story about the Rocket Man—until they learned he had literally turned parts of himself into high jewelry. In a new interview, the 78-year-old icon confirmed that the kneecaps removed during his 2024 double knee-replacement were handed to London designer Theo Fennell, who transformed the bones into a gold-plated necklace and matching brooch. According to reports, the larger right patella now hangs on a 14-carat chain engraved with Elton’s trademark glasses, while the smaller left kneecap was fashioned into a brooch engraved on the reverse with his “EJ” monogram. The singer says the idea came to him during recovery, explaining that “these knees carried me through five decades of tours—why hide them in a hospital bin when they can keep telling my story?” Social media exploded as images of the pieces surfaced in a teaser clip from the forthcoming documentary “Elton John – Touched by Gold.” Searches for phrases like “Elton John kneecap necklace” and “Elton John jewelry bones” spiked overnight, with TikTok creators remixing classic hits to showcase the macabre bling. Gemologists point out that bone artifacts are rare in luxury design, but Fennell’s decision to gild rather than set the patellae with stones preserves their anatomical contours—something collectors are already calling “rock memorabilia history in the making.” Beyond the shock factor, Elton’s latest reveal dovetails with a bigger personal milestone: 35 years of sobriety. Earlier this month he unveiled “Elton John Zero,” an alcohol-free sparkling wine range positioned to tap the booming low-and-no market. Industry analysts say the flamboyant legend is leveraging his colorful life story—literal body parts and all—to keep multiple generations engaged as he steps away from full-scale touring. Medical experts, meanwhile, note that bone keepsakes are typically incinerated after orthopedic surgeries; patients must file special requests to retain them. “Sir Elton’s case is extraordinary but perfectly safe,” says Dr. Amelia Clarke, a London orthopedic consultant not involved in his care. “Once sterilized, bone fragments are inert—and in this case, undeniably headline-worthy.” The singer’s team has not announced whether the pieces will go on public display, but auction houses are already speculating on seven-figure valuations if they ever hit the block. For now, the Rocket Man seems content to keep his former kneecaps close to his heart—literally—proving yet again that when it comes to showmanship, nobody outshines Sir Elton John.