EGOT stands for Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony
Only 19 people in history have won all four honors during their career
John earned his Emmy for a livestream of a concert from his farewell tour
He was not at the ceremony because of a recent knee surgery
"I am incredibly humbled to be joining the unbelievably talented group of EGOT winners tonight." - Elton John
The singer has won six Grammys over his musical career
a Tony for the best original song for 'Aida'
and two Oscars for songs including 'Can You Feel the Love Tonight?' from 'The Lion King'
