Elton John's 'Hospital Scare' Stunt Revealed to Be a Spinal Tap Sequel Promo

Fans’ Hearts Jump to Their Throats

Elton John sent shockwaves through social media recently, posting startling photos of himself in a hospital setting. Draped in glitzy body casts, Sir Elton’s Instagram had followers worried sick over his health.

The Viral Frenzy and Subsequent Clarity

The saga unfolded on a Friday morning when the charismatic musician, age 78, shared images of himself lying in a hospital bed. The photos depicted shimmering leg casts, a neck brace, and countless “get well soon” cards and flowers. “Rocked too hard… ended up in a cast!” he captioned. According to HOLA, the photos were remarkably convincing, and fans quickly flooded the comments with concern.

However, Elton demystified the situation — all was part of a playful stunt for the new movie, Spinal Tap II: The End Continues. His spirited explanation reassured fans, revealing these ‘injuries’ were all for laughs, staged in promotion for the film.

The Transition from Worry to Amusement

Fans moved from worry to amusement when Elton clarified he was actually on the set of the sequel to This Is Spinal Tap, a renowned mockumentary classic from 1984. “The new film, Spinal Tap II, and album are out today, featuring me on ‘Listen To The Flower People’ and ‘Stonehenge’. Thanks for having me be a part of it!” Elton posted, soothing the heaps of anxious comments received.

Reuniting Rock Icons

Besides Elton’s bit, the sequel promises to be a stellar gathering, featuring cameo appearances from titans such as Sir Paul McCartney, Garth Brooks, and Trisha Yearwood. An endeavor directed by Rob Reiner, the hilarious mockumentary masterpiece returns after 41 years to further cement its legacy with a star-studded narrative following the band’s reunion.

Director’s Delight

Rob Reiner shared his excitement about the sequel, mentioning the joy of working with Bleecker Street, the producers ensuring the legacy of Spinal Tap remains vibrant. “Happy to give Marty DiBergi another shot at relevancy,” Reiner mused, teasing the fun-filled journey awaiting fans.

In the end, Sir Elton’s comedic hospital escapade turned out to be anything but alarming and highlighted his wit, mesmerizing millions while boosting the comedic powerhouse that is Spinal Tap into the next chapter.