King Charles isn’t pretending that getting older is all it’s cracked up to be.
The British monarch marked his 78th birthday on Saturday, November 14, with a special appearance on Elton John’s Apple Music 1 radio show, Rocket Hour and during a conversation with the music legend, the King offered a humorous take on one of the less glamorous parts of aging.
The exchange began when Charles praised John’s performance of his hit song “I’m Still Standing,” which the singer performed at a 1986 gala celebrating the 10th anniversary of the King’s Trust, the charity Charles founded in 1976 to help young people access education, training and employment opportunities.
Reflecting on the performance four decades later, Charles told John that the song’s message of resilience continues to inspire people in all kinds of circumstances.
“And certainly, 40 years on from that remarkable concert, we and the Trust, are definitely still standing,” the King said.
John, 79, was quick to play along, joking, “I’m still sitting now, though,” as he remained seated during the interview.
The remark prompted a laugh from Charles, who had a quip of his own.
“With occasional bits dropping off here and there,” the King responded. “I know this is a terrible problem as we get older.”
The lighthearted exchange offered a glimpse of the King’s sense of humor as he celebrated another year around the sun.
The special episode of Rocket Hour was released on Charles’ actual birthday, Nov. 14. Recorded in October, it also marked the 50th anniversary of the King’s Trust, which was previously known as the Prince’s Trust before Charles became King in 2022.
The milestone birthday also prompted a public message from Prince William and Kate Middleton, who shared a joint birthday greeting for the monarch on social media.
“Wishing a very Happy Birthday to His Majesty The King,” the couple wrote in an Instagram story featuring a photo of John and the King.
View this post on InstagramCharles was born on Nov. 14, 1948. In addition to his actual birthday, the monarch also celebrates an official birthday each year during the traditional Trooping the Colour ceremony.
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