British music icon, Sir Elton John, the has revealed that he has lost his eyesight.
At the premiere of ‘The Devil Wears Prada: The Musical’ in London on Sunday, the 77-year-old pianist also disclosed that though he could not watch the show, he enjoyed listening to it.
Addressing the theatre audience, the award-winning singer said he appreciated his husband’s support during trying times.
“As some of you may know I have had issues and now I have lost my sight. I haven’t been able to see the performance but I have enjoyed it,” he said.
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“To my husband, who has been my rock because I have not been able to come to many of the previews.
“It’s hard for me to see it, but I love to hear it and it sounded good tonight.”
The music icon had earlier shared that he lost vision in one eye after contracting a severe eye infection during his vacation.
John is one of the best-selling artistes of all time. He is known for hits like ‘Your Song’, ‘Rocket Man’ and ‘I’m Still Standing’.
He has sold over 300 million records worldwide in a music career spanning six decades.
John has received five Grammy Awards and five Brit Awards; including Outstanding Contribution to Music; two Academy Awards, and two Golden Globes.
He also has a Tony Award, a Laurence Olivier Award, a Disney Legends Award, and the Kennedy Center Honour.
