Elton John turns 60 in style

Elton John

Paul McCartney and Hugh Grant were among a cavalcade of stars who helped Sir Elton John celebrate his 60th birthday in his customary glamorous fashion.

The singer threw the joint party with artist Sam Taylor-Wood, who is understood to be celebrating her 40th.

The pair are close friends, and Taylor-Wood was one of the few guests at Sir Elton's marriage to David Furnish in December 2005 at Windsor Guildhall.

Actress Thandie Newton was also among the stars who kicked up their heels at the east London party.