World-renowned singer and musician Elton John has officially announced his retirement from touring, stating that he will no longer hit the road to perform for his fans. The 77-year-old revealed this decision in a recent Entertainment Tonight interview and emphasized the importance of being present for his family, particularly during his sons' crucial teenage years.

Elton's husband, David Furnish, 61, further explained the couple's motivation for this decision, expressing their desire not to miss any milestones in their children's lives. The couple shares two sons, 13-year-old Zachary Jackson and 11-year-old Elijah Joseph. Furnish acknowledged that after a remarkable career spanning 60 years, it is finally time for Elton to enjoy some quality time with his loved ones at home.

The announcement comes after Elton's final world tour, "Farewell Yellow Brick Road," which began in 2018 and concluded in July 2023 with a historic performance in Stockholm, Sweden. During this final show, Furnish posted a heartfelt video on Instagram, showing him and their two sons waving from the side of the stage, bidding farewell to their legendary father.

In a previous interview with Robin Roberts on "Good Morning America," Elton spoke lovingly about his children and how their arrival transformed his life. He shared that both Zachary and Elijah have taken a keen interest in music, with Elijah showing potential as a trumpeter. However, Zachary's passion lies in fishing. Elton deemed his children's happiness and their applause as the most significant achievements in his life, which ultimately influenced his decision to retire from touring.

The couple recently celebrated Elijah's 11th birthday, expressing their heartfelt love and joy for their youngest son through an Instagram post featuring a photo of a birthday cake. Elton and Furnish's joint message highlighted the immense love and laughter Elijah brings into their lives.

Elton John's retirement from touring marks the end of an extraordinary era filled with unforgettable performances and chart-topping hits. As he embarks on this new chapter of his life, the applause of his children serves as the ultimate prize for the legendary singer.