Elton John Turns Kneecaps into Jewelry After Knee Surgery

By Alexus Mosley

Only Elton John could turn a knee replacement into a legendary fashion moment. In his new documentary, Elton revealed that following his surgery, his kneecaps were transformed into gold-plated jewelry by renowned designer Theo Fennel.

Elton shared the process: “We baked them. We had to bake them to dry them out. Then they get rather like pumice stone, they’re very porous. So we had to paint them with acetate and then just polish them up.”

The result? A one-of-a-kind, bold, and utterly Elton necklace and a reminder that even recovery can be glamorous if you do it your way. From stage costumes to this jaw-dropping jewelry, Elton continues to set the standard for creativity, audacity, and iconic style.

When life hands you a knee replacement, make it sparkle.