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Imagine a performer so talented that he has won the rare combination of the \u201cEGOT\u201d, meaning an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar, and a Tony award. John Legend<\/b> is one such person, and in fact only 22 people in history have accomplished this, two of whom are Elton John<\/b> and Mel Brooks<\/b>. The\u2014ahem!\u2014legendary<\/i> singer, composer, and pianist will bring his tour titled \u201cAn Evening of Songs & Stories\u201d to Tartu\u2019s historic Song Festival Grounds on 8 July this year.<\/p>\n
John Legend, who was born John Roger Stephens, began his career providing backing vocals for Jay-Z<\/b>, and Alicia Keys<\/b>, and accompanying Lauryn Hill<\/b> on piano. His major breakthrough came with the 2004 release of his album \u201cGet Lifted\u201d, which contained the now classic hit \u201cOrdinary People\u201d. His music usually features elements of soul, R&B, and pop.<\/p>\n
He has also made several appearances in films, on television, and on Broadway, which is how he attained his rare EGOT status. Audiences of his 2026 tour can expect to hear a lot of the stories behind his milestones during the concert.<\/p>\n
Legend, originally from Springfield, Ohio, is married to supermodel Chrissy Teigen. The couple have four children.<\/p>\n
Other major stars performing in Tartu\u2019s Song Festival Grounds this summer are ZZ Top, and Moby.<\/p>\n