On Friday, US President Joe Biden presented Sir Elton John with the National Humanities Medal, following his performance on the South Lawn of the White House.
Biden had invited John to the White House to thank him and praise the singer for his music and advocacy in the global fight against HIV/AIDS.
"As Jill just mentioned, we're joined by so many people that ... he's set free to be themselves, to be treated with dignity and respect they deserve. Families and advocates in the fight against HIV/AIDS. A fight that he has led with sheer will, a fight for those lives lost and those lives we can save. Leaders standing up for equality of all people, no matter who you are, or who you love."
- Joe Biden, President of the USA
