It has been reported by CNN that Elton John, Olivia Newton-John, Queen drummer Roger Taylor and Best Picture Oscar-winning British directors Sam Mendes and Steve McQueen were among the nearly 1,100 people recognized by Queen Elizabeth’s annual New Year’s Honours List.
“I’m humbled and honored to be among such highly esteemed company in receiving the Companion of Honour,” John tweeted. “2019 has turned out to be a truly wonderful year for me and I feel extraordinarily blessed.”
“I am extremely excited, honored and grateful beyond words to be included with such an esteemed group of women who have received this distinguished award before me,” Newton-John said in a statement.
According to CNN,only 65 people can hold that honor at one time. Sir Elton John, who was previously knighted by Queen Elizabeth at Buckingham Palace in 1998, was elevated to the honors system’s highest level.
Taylor received an OBE for services to music, while both McQueen and Mendes will be honored with knighthood for their work.
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