Bernard John Taupin is a British musician best known for playing Lyricist for the song Rocket Man.
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Best Known For:The song Rocket Man
Breakthrough:Partnered with Elton John via a Liberty Records talent advertisement, launching one of music's greatest songwriting duos
10 Quick Facts About Bernard John Taupin
- Full Name: Bernard John Taupin
- Nationality: British
- Profession: Entertainer
- Known For: The song Rocket Man
- Place of Birth: Lincolnshire, England
- Birth Year: 1950
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Heather Lynn Hodgins Kidd
- Popular As: Bernie Taupin
- Specialization: Musician / Singer
Bernard John Taupin Age
Bernard John Taupin is about 76 years old as of 2026. Bernard John Taupin was born in 1950.
Career & Work
Bernard John Taupin's career includes acting and entertainment roles with Elton John Partnership.
Organization: Elton John Partnership
Role: Lyricist
Period: 1967–Present
Details: Wrote the lyrics for the majority of Elton John's career-defining hits
Rise to Fame
Bernard John Taupin rose to prominence for his role for the song Rocket Man.
Notable Works
Notable screen roles include Rocket Man and Candle in the Wind.
- Work: Rocket Man (Lyricist, 1972)
- Work: Candle in the Wind (Lyricist, 1973)
Bernard John Taupin Family & Relationships
Bernard John Taupin is married to Heather Lynn Hodgins Kidd.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Bernard John Taupin
- Popular As: Bernie Taupin
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Entertainer
- Nationality: British
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Birth Year: 1950
- Place of Birth: Lincolnshire, England
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Heather Lynn Hodgins Kidd
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Business
Related Biographies
- Heather Lynn Hodgins Kidd(Spouse)
- Elton John (Collaborator • Longtime lyricist partner)
