Elton John reflects on his journey from Reginald Dwight to his stage persona in upcoming interview

Elton John reflects on his transformation from Reginald Dwight to his stage persona in an upcoming interview with Good Morning America. He explains that he wanted to escape his childhood identity but later felt empty inside. John recalls feeling that his birth name was outdated and chose "Elton John" to stand out. He realized years later that his focus on work left him feeling like "just a void," despite leaving his past behind. The full interview airs on December 11, ahead of the release of his documentary, "Elton John: Never Too Late," on December 13. The film looks back at his 50-year career and final North American concert.