Elton John and his entourage flew into Moscow, making him the first western pop star to tour the USSR.
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The most memorable concert of the decade occurred at Wembley Stadium.
Charity song 'That's What Friends Are For' hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
The Moscow Metro was opened to the public.
Elton John became the 1,662nd person to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Elton John released the single 'Candle in the Wind' as a tribute to Princess Diana of Wales.
