Elton John has inked a deal with ABC and its sister production company Touchstone Television to develop a comedy series. John will portray a rock legend embroiled in humorous situations involving the people around him. The show's creators say the still-untitled sitcom should have its pilot episode completed by next year.

John will be one of the show's executive producers. The team also includes Bob Hawley, an associate of John's who conceived the show's concept. Hawley tells Billboard.com, "The story's storylines will draw from over 30 years of Elton John's experiences in the entertainment industry. I had brought this idea to Elton years ago and the time is right to do the show."

John and his longtime songwriting partner Bernie Taupin wrote a new tune, "Him and Us," to be used as the sitcom's theme song. Hawley says there's a great possibility that some of the artist's famous friends will make cameos in the show.

Although John tours constantly and is appearing in his own Las Vegas show, "The Red Piano," Hawley says he will make the necessary accommodations in his schedule to do the sitcom. "Elton is totally committed to this project," he says.

As previously reported, John's new album, "Peachtree Road," is due Tuesday (Nov. 9) via Universal.

twink69 said:

Well, I love Elton and all, but this just makes me want to

Fuck, this sounds scary! He gets worse by the day....

It won't last long. He'll throw a hissy-fit and walk off the set. A disaster waiting to happen...

Elton needs to stop seeking attention and just do what he does best - making music. Dayum.

anybody remember how long Bette Midler's show lasted?

I have a prefect title for this sitcom...


"Dead On Arrival"


I'm a fan of Elton's 70s music and some of his early 80s stuff,but let's face it,this guy is over.He's become a parody of himself and these days,he gets more attention for his bitchy,whiny tantrums than he does for his music.He's a media joke.

DavidEye said:

I know what you mean Davideye and I somewhat agree. Elton's work in the 70's and 80's is great. He wrote some amazing songs that will endure for many, many years to come. He is a great musician and not a bad singer and performer, but I haven't been too excited about any of his newer music in years. I still listen to his good old stuff quite often though. This new tv show will just sink him lower, if you ask me.

kisscamille said:

his last album, Songs From The West Coast was pretty good. aiming at a return to form. his new one, Peachtree Road, comes out tuesday, and it's even better.

Ahh who cares, let him try. I love a good tantrum