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Sir Elton John to perform at Emmy Awards

Sir Elton John has been confirmed to perform at this year's Emmys.

The British star will pay tribute at the September 22 event to pianist Liberace, who is the subject of new HBO film Behind the Candelabra.

It will be the first time the 'Rocket Man' singer has played the awards ceremony, which honours the cream of the television industry.

This year's Emmys will be hosted by Neil Patrick Harris and Behind the Candelabra is nominated for fifteen awards.

John meanwhile is due to release new album 'The Diving Board' on September 24.

 

 

 

 

 

Watch Sir Elton John at the recent Brits Icon event below: