Elton John is to receive a "first-of-its-kind" waxwork at Madame Tussauds London later this year.

The wax figure, described as one of their "most ambitious to date," will celebrate the megastar's 50-year career.

The museum announced the upcoming figure will be reminiscent of the 1970s when Elton first shot to fame.

The figure aims to capture the essence of the star's out-of-this-world stage presence by suspending mid-air in his signature keyboard handstand move.

The studio artists are currently perfecting the clay sculpt, which will be dressed in a toile and statement glasses.

The "Rocket Man" has collaborated with Madame Tussauds London since his first sitting in 1976.

His first-ever figure made history as the world's first talking and smiling Madame Tussauds figure, complete with voice recordings by Elton.

Steve Blackburn, general manager at Madame Tussauds London, said: "We’ve been creating figures of Sir Elton John since the beginning of his legendary career, and he has always inspired us to go above and beyond in our creations.

"Back in the 1970s, his first figure was our first talking figure, and in 2024 we’re determined to go big again.

"The figure’s iconic, gravity-defying pose will capture the essence of Elton’s legendary early performances in a way that only Madame Tussauds London can.

"This will be our most structurally complex figure to date in our centuries-old history and it is going to be a real showstopper when we unveil it later this year."

The music legend and former Watford FC chairman, has captivated audiences worldwide with more than 85 Top 40 hits, and a dynamic stage presence.

With more than 300 million records sold worldwide, Elton John is one of the best-selling artists of all time.

The Rocket Man continues to reach tremendous heights, joining the elite EGOT group in January this year after winning his first Emmy Award for his Disney+ live concert special: Elton John Live: Farewell from Dodger Stadium.

The upcoming documentary, Elton John: Never Too Late, which premieres December 13 on Disney+, will follow Elton John as he looks back on his life and his 50-year career.