Renowned singer-songwriter Sir Elton John has opened up about his struggles with eyesight loss, which has left him unable to watch his sons play rugby.
The 78-year-old music legend revealed that a severe infection last summer had left him with limited vision in one eye, causing him distress and stress.
Sir Elton John has spoken out about his struggles with eyesight loss, which has left him unable to watch his sons play rugby. The 78-year-old singer-songwriter revealed that a severe infection last summer had left him with ‘only limited vision‘ in one eye.
Born Reginald Kenneth Dwight on March 25, 1947, Sir Elton John is a British singer, songwriter, and musician.
With a career spanning over five decades, he has sold over 300 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling artists of all time.
Known for hits like 'Rocket Man' and 'Crocodile Rock,' Elton John's music style blends rock, pop, and glam rock.
He has won numerous awards, including five Grammy Awards and a knighthood in 1998 for his services to music and charity.
‘I can’t see TV, I can’t read. I can’t see my boys playing rugby and soccer,’ he told The Times. ‘It has been a very stressful time because I’m used to soaking it all up. It’s distressing.‘ Elton John added that his recovery would take time, but he is grateful for the life he has and the support of his loved ones.
The singer-songwriter previously stated that he had been unable to finish his new album due to his eyesight issues. He released a collaborative album with US musician Brandi Carlile, Who Believes In Angels?, which was praised by critics. Despite his doubts about his music, Elton John emphasized the importance of fear and doubt in the creative process.
‘Every album I’ve done, good, bad or indifferent, I’ve had doubts about, ‘ he said. ‘And the most doubts I’ve ever had have been with this one.‘ The album has received positive reviews from critics, including four-star praise from Lisa Wright in The Guardian and five-star accolades from Neil McCormick in The Telegraph.
Elton John’s recent success includes a career-spanning greatest hits collection, Diamonds, which reached number one on the charts. The 51-track collection features signature songs like Tiny Dancer, I’m Still Standing, and Rocket Man, cementing the star’s status as a music legend.
