Taron Egerton on all the things you didn't know about 'Rocketman' [extended]

Taron Egerton played Elton John in the biopic "Rocketman." The actor tells Kevin Polowy (@djkevlar) that Tom Hardy was originally cast as Elton, but aged out. He also reveals a special gift he gave to Elton on his birthday.
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[@tayl2991]

I can listen to Taron talk all day. I love his accent

[@tine3959]

Agreed!!

[@noemiev.5856]

Hi ! I am french so I can't hear an accent but I agree because his voice is beautiful 😊

[@tayl2991]

N midoriya yes it is

[@tayl2991]

@Êmø_ ŶûķîČħû yep! Right now though, my focus has been on my favourite singer, Lukas Rossi. Heard of him?

[@estherndonnamecclellen226]

True

[@yesleK8]

Taron is eloquent, intelligent, humble, has genuine respect, self aware, authentic, carries himself with grace, his sense of humor is wonderful and obviously is utterly beautiful. I honestly hope that he not only receives an oscar nomination but he deserves to win. Taron is undoubtedly an actor that is unrated. There was no one else that could portray Sit Elton John. The love, admiration and respect he has is abundantly clear.

[@nataliabusko1432]

totally agree!

[@patarnold4134]

You just described Richard Madden, as well. Love them both!

[@jonahyoung347]

Kelsey, I saw Taron twice appear at his old school prize giving in Aberystwyth firstly just after he had been cast in the first Kingsman film and then a year later. It was immediately obvious that he had star quality as a person. He was very natural, engaging, humble, funny, articulate, and all the things that you say. I really was taken by how well he would come across in the world of big stars. He tells a good story too. I just hope that although Rocketman is likely to be a career defining film, he is able to develop as an actor in roles that advance his qualities as a serious performer rather than those that might cheapen him, ie too many action movies.

[@cazzycook6060]

He is wonderful. So glad he got the part.☺️👌

[@thekawaiicupcake00]

give this man an oscar or die by my hand

[@HEARD201]

Adam Sandler and Joaquin Pheonix would disagree.

[@thekawaiicupcake00]

It'sAlexForShort would they tho? I think Joaquin would love for taron to get an oscar actually, because they seem to both be great admirers of each other’s work. And Adam was great in uncut gems obviously, I bet he would be happy for taron as well. These three are all lovely people, so I’m not sure where you got that impression...? 💀

[@HEARD201]

@@thekawaiicupcake00 Because Taron's performance was not even close to Sandler or Joaquins. It was very good, but not out of this world like the other two

[@thekawaiicupcake00]

It'sAlexForShort technically it was out of this world, ya know....with it being called rocketman and all. 😂 but you do you dude, I say oscars for all three.

[@kaitluvs]

yes!

[@mcfr1977]

He CAN REAAAALLY SING... I just thank destiny for him being in Rocketman...can´t imagine it other ways

[@digitalflicksbyliv]

i cant believe i live in the same era as taron egerton

[@sweetieycats]

Had the pleasure of meeting Taron a year ago and he was the sweetest! Even called me an “f’in ray of sunshine!” Lol. He’s the best!

[@mcfr1977]

He is just adorable

[@marissanovak4565]

His eyes are so piercingly green during this interview 😍

[@brooklynrena4599]

Awh. Wow he’s a real life sweetie. I loving finding out that actors are genuinely good people. My heart 🥺❤️

[@avourrito1819]

Taron's media content is literally what's keeping me sane going through this semester. Legit keeps me going in creating art out of enjoyment

[@SophiahKoikasWindyQueen]

i met him long enough to ask for a photo with him and did. very sweet.

[@noemiev.5856]

Omg you are so lucky !!!

[@mizstories9646]

The scene with Your Song is my favorite. His voice is amazing, and the acting is so good. They do such a good job. You feel like you're actually watching that song being written.

[@lindawarren8325]

This was a wonderful interview--interesting & informative. The host didn't interrupt to hear the sound of his own voice. The more I see of Taron E.the more I'm impressed by his body of work & natural charm & sense of humor. Best Wishes in life & love !

[@mcfr1977]

So handsome, besides his indisputable talent

[@ndines6237]

If Rocketman isn’t nominated for best actor, best director, and best film, I’m going to give up on life.

[@Miaa0303]

Being nominated doesn't mean its good. Not being nominated doesn't mean its not a wonderful movie and performance. Nominations are more about money than talent...

[@delinellychan]

Oscar are crap nowadays

[@anagomessilva624]

Taron's acting in this film is awesome!!!

[@renee386]

I really enjoyed the questions in this interview! They were not as repetitive as other interviews with Taron.

[@jomainmalveaux7664]

He's such a PRECIOUS MAN ! What a gift to us ! 😘❤👍❤🛐❤

[@patilott6863]

I also loved him in Eddie the Eagle

[@mbg140897]

I am in love with him. I’m so sad I’ll never have the chance to marry him 😭

[@mechlowiczgirl]

Join the club love 🥂

[@MonicaOsborne-t4h]

Taron is amazing

[@marciabolwell8638]

I love Taron

[@philippeh3904]

I’m glad that the studio is doing an Oscar push for the film. Train deserves an Oscar, I mean if Rami Malek can win for doing a decent performance and lip synching, the Taron should get it

[@kalebwick3429]

The fact Taron didn’t get nominated despite winning a golden globe was absurd. And that Julian Day wasn’t nominated for best costume design but the Irishman was. Not knocking Irishman, but come on!

[@margaretchiotti]

You were amazing Taron! Can't wait to see you collect your Oscar!

[@preesi1403]

This is a very interesting interview. Taron is sitting still and is quiet and not all spastic.

[@ikay1966]

I am a huge fan of Elton but while watching rocketman for me Elton was Taron .a great actor and vocalist

[@twistagain1964]

Time for a Bond Prequel and Taron is the man (eventually on to play older Bond)!

[@karendanielaserranoparra3111]

A pesar de que no le entiendo ni madres podría escucharlo hablar por siempre y estar feliz 😍😍😍😍 te amo Taron

[@FreyaMaluk]

ponle subtítulos por defecto en youtube :P

[@derekmedina5384]

I´m not a native english speaker and I strongly believe that Taron has the Perfect English.

[@SnowWhitewho]

haha, nooe

[@patilott6863]

Yea we love people for their imperfections for sure

[@feymreichmanostenrn8751]

Yes. I believe this is indeed 1 of the best, most informative Taron - interview, of all out there. Many are shallow and repetitive.

[@ikay1966]

I am 54. But in our young days we were flooded with first abba and Boney m and then Michael Jackson BUT in 1980 John Lennon got assassinated and that made me listen to the Beatles and become a die hard fan of not only them but also CSNY and Elton John . How I wished that George harrisson and Elton would come together to make a super group but that was just wishful thinking . Loved Rocketman . I don't think any other set of people could have done a better job with such s vomplex phenomenon like Elton John

[@donnabittner69]

Why did this film leave the theater so quickly?

[@jennifermarriott5225]

Could he be holding on and squeezing the chair arm any harder at the wolverine bit? lol Nice conversation, thanks!

[@Cosmicacidtrip1]

TARON , I LOVE YOU

[@deuteragonist1078]

i want the tiny dancer jean jacket so bad!!!! i'm jealous

[@faithhudson4576]

Personally I think Taron would be great as Johnny Storm!!

[@carolynshuluk9538]

my taron

[@tayl2991]

I'm a 90's child. I knew of Elton John because of The Lion King. Anybody else?

[@firewheels90]

Me too!

[@tayl2991]

@@firewheels90 Awesome!

[@delinellychan]

X2

[@tayl2991]

Nelly Lupe May which of his songs was in X2?

[@delinellychan]

Taylor Lange Circle of Life, years after Can You Feel The Love Tonight

[@2godless]

I want to be reincarnated as the pants he’s wearing.

[@elisabethscully2931]

R C i feel you!

[@mandaleeross1325]

That’s a nice interview. And now we are clear on the Wolverine rumors. Thanks T!

[@jenniferavenoso7162]

He was amazing in this jukebox movie 🤣

[@katherinepaganini9445]

I'm 16 years old and i am obcess with Elton and u taron 08:05

[@kirstyhill9019]

Katherine Paganini abcess

[@libitina27]

@@kirstyhill9019 LMAO

[@retiredrabbit5230]

Wait. How did Tom Holland age out of the part when he's younger than Taron? I mean, I can see no one else playing EJ besides Taron but thought that was an odd comment.

[@retiredrabbit5230]

@Patrick Thank you! I'm partially deaf and there were no captions for this. That makes way more sense. I can't even see Hardy in this role tbh.

[@blueasid]

Taron is the sexiest white boy ive ever seen

[@naamsaad4372]

أنا بحبك ❤اووي ياقلبي تارون ايجىرتون ونفسي اشوفك بس

[@FreyaMaluk]

actually I can see him as wolverine tbh since Wolverine is shorter than Jackman but oh boy Egerton would need to bulk up feral for it feel right

[@ismenevokas1006]

be happy with the greek woman be happy with the greek woman

[@gracemyerss]

Why do I see you everywhere

[@lara9711]

It's called campaigning for bringing back the long lost release for Oscar attention. But chances are still bleak for nomination.

[@theblankyblankness]

Your interview skills make me glad that Dan harmon and community crashed yahoo live shows. Lol

[@ismenevokas6209]

MY MISTAKE

[@serrotffs2523]

Sup

[@kayliedechant6118]

Sup

[@ismenevokas6209]

SORRY TONI I DONT SAY SORRY FOR BEARPING

[@amrutha.pkumaramrutha7650]

So taron doesn't have any other projects seems promoting this too much.

[@amrutha.pkumaramrutha7650]

@Danilo Julião that's an animation movie

[@livb6945]

@@amrutha.pkumaramrutha7650 yes, and the voice overs take time to make. He's also been doing the dark crystal and Moomin. Besides, the amount of promotion isn't his decision, that's the movie company

[@ismenevokas6209]

SORRY

[@omniavideo3151]

Pity the Welsh accent....