With Freddie Mercury and Queen's biopic becoming a global phenomenon, it's no wonder everyone's buzzing about Elton John's upcoming film, Rocketman. Fans are eagerly anticipating the story of the legendary musician's rise to fame and his incredible journey with lyricist Bernie Taupin. And guess who's catching the biopic bug? That's right—Rod Stewart. The legendary singer recently expressed his desire for a movie that tells his own incredible life story.
Rod Stewart Wants His Own Movie
At a recent event celebrating the 50th anniversary of London nightclub Tramp, the man behind hits like "Maggie May" revealed his thoughts on the subject. "I haven’t seen the Elton John biopic, but I’d love one of me," Rod said with a grin. Imagine it: a film that captures his wild rock 'n' roll days, his chart-topping hits, and all the drama in between. It's a story that fans would surely love to see unfold on the big screen.
Elton John's Farewell Tour Sparks Discussion
Elton John is currently wrapping up his music career with a spectacular farewell tour, and it seems like Rod has some thoughts on that as well. While the two legendary musicians are close friends, Rod couldn't resist poking a little fun at Elton's decision to announce his retirement. During a 2018 appearance on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, Rod joked, "Talking about retirement, I’ve never spoken about retirement, and if I do retire, I won’t make an announcement."
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He went on to explain why he feels this way: "I’ll just fade away. I don’t think this big deal, ‘I’m going to retire.’ It stinks of selling tickets … it’s dishonest. It’s not rock and roll." Rod believes that the true spirit of rock 'n' roll is about authenticity and not about making a spectacle of leaving the stage.
A Rock Star's Perspective on Fans
Rod also shared his thoughts on a past incident involving Elton John. Remember when Elton stormed offstage after a fan touched his piano and tried to take pictures? Rod understands why it happened, but his own approach is quite different. "I sort of understand," he said, "even though I did agree the fan was annoying. I don’t mind it. I love people coming up on stage. It’s a laugh."
For Rod, the connection with fans is a vital part of his performances. He enjoys the spontaneity and the energy that fans bring to the stage. It's all part of the rock 'n' roll experience that he cherishes so much.
Rod's Family and the Possibility of a Biopic
Rod attended the anniversary party with his wife, Penny Lancaster, a love story that has been a significant part of his life since they married in 2007. Together, they have two children, Alastair, 13, and Aiden, 8. If Rod does get his own biopic, he already has someone in mind to play the younger version of himself.
