Elton John Couldn’t Even Watch His Own Musical Because Of Eyesight Loss

Music legend Elton John recently revealed the heartbreaking impact of a severe eye infection that has left him struggling with his eyesight.

Speaking at a London charity gala for his new musical, The Devil Wears Prada, the 77-year-old shared:

“I haven’t been able to come to many of the previews because, as you know, I have lost my eyesight.”

Despite the setback, Elton remains optimistic and focused on the music. “It’s hard for me to see it, but I love to hear it, and, boy, it sounded good tonight,” he added.

A Slow Road to Recovery

Back in September, Elton took to Instagram to explain how an infection had significantly impacted his vision. “It left me with only limited vision in one eye,” he wrote, adding, “I am healing, but it’s an extremely slow process, and it will take some time before sight returns to the impacted eye.”

In an interview with ABC News, Elton revealed more about his struggle, saying, “The infection has left me without sight in my right eye, and my left eye is not the greatest.”

Despite his vision challenges, Elton’s passion for music and storytelling remains unwavering.

A Star-Studded Celebration

The charity gala for The Devil Wears Prada brought together an impressive crowd, including fashion icons Anna Wintour and Donatella Versace. Vanessa Williams, who plays the iconic Miranda Priestly in the stage adaptation, shared her excitement about shaping the role:

“I said I wanted to be a part of it because I could create the role, and that means you’re informing the script, the music, the choreography—all the action.”

As Elton continues to navigate his recovery, his resilience and love for music remind fans why he’s such an enduring icon. With his unforgettable melodies and fighting spirit, Elton proves that even the greatest challenges can’t dim his creative light.