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Elton John Says He Can No Longer Read or Watch His Sons Play Due to Vision Loss
Music legend Elton John has shared a heartbreaking update about his health, revealing that he's lost a significant amount of vision due to an eye infection. In a recent interview, the 77-year-old icon said he can no longer read or even watch his two young sons play sports, which has deeply affected him.
The Rocket Man singer, who has spent over five decades under the spotlight, opened up about the emotional and personal toll this vision loss has taken. Known for his resilience, Elton admitted that this new challenge has been incredibly difficult.
A Sudden Change in Daily Life
According to Elton, the eye infection came on suddenly and severely impacted his ability to see clearly.
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He shared that he "can’t see very well anymore,” especially when trying to do simple things like reading or watching his children at their sports games.
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“I can’t watch them play,” he said with sadness. “I can’t read—my vision’s gone.”
The beloved artist didn’t reveal the exact type of infection or whether it could improve, but he made it clear that this has changed his daily routine and family life significantly.
A Loving Father and Family Man
Since stepping back from touring, Elton John has focused more on spending time with his husband, David Furnish, and their two sons, Zachary and Elijah.
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Elton has often spoken about how fatherhood transformed him, calling it the most important role of his life.
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Being unable to fully engage with his boys’ activities has been one of the most painful parts of his recent health struggles.
Despite the setback, Elton remains hopeful and grateful for his family’s support.
A Life of Resilience
Elton John has been through many personal and professional battles—from addiction recovery to health issues—and always found a way to come out stronger. This vision loss is another major hurdle, but fans know that Elton has a way of meeting every challenge with grace and strength.
