Elton John is still standing despite living with a newly revealed health issue. The legendary British musician, singer and performer broke fans’ hearts by unveiling his eyesight problem — which was apparently caused by an infection.
While attending the Devil Wears Prada: The Musical West End gala event in December 2024, Elton spoke to the audience and explained why he wasn’t able to see the performance, for which he wrote the lyrics.
“As some of you may know, I have had issues and now, I have lost my sight,” Elton said, according to multiple outlets. “I haven’t been able to see the performance, but I have enjoyed it.” He then thanked his husband, David Furnish, “who’s been my rock because I haven’t been able to come to many of the previews.”
Sir Elton John told fans he had lost his eyesight and could not see the stage at a red carpet launch on Sunday night.
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Learn all about Elton’s currently condition and how his health is today.
Elton has not revealed a chronic health condition that led to his loss of sight. However, he recently told ABC News’ Robin Roberts that he had contracted an infection in France, which directly impacted his eyesight. The “Tiny Dancer” singer did not specify what the infection was.
“I unfortunately lost my eyesight in my right eye in July because I had an infection in the south of France,” Elton said during his November 2024 interview. “And it’s been four months now since I haven’t been able to see. And my left eye is not the greatest. So, there’s hope and encouragement that it will be OK, but I’m kind of stuck at the moment.”