Elton John says he has lost his sight

03.12.2024 07:02

World-famous singer and composer Elton John has announced that he has lost his sight.

The musician informed the general public of this in London at the premiere of the musical “The Devil Wears Prada”, for which he wrote the music.

I didn't have the opportunity to attend many of the previews because, as you know, I lost my sight, " TASS quotes John as saying.

In this regard, the 77-year-old cultural representative from music said that it was “difficult” for him to see the musical, but he enjoyed listening to it.

Earlier, in September, the singer reported on social media that he had suffered from an acute eye infection.

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After that, John noted then, he could only partially see with one eye.

By the way. According to Rolling Stone magazine, the famous singer and composer ranks 49th on the list of the greatest musical performers.

Over more than 50 years of creative activity, Elton John has released 30 studio albums, which have sold a total of over 300 million copies.

He is the winner of such prestigious awards as the Oscar (twice), the Golden Globe (twice) and the Grammy (5 times).

Exactly thirty years ago, the musician was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

For reference

Sir Elton Hercules John is a British singer, pianist and composer.

Author: Pavel Gospodarik Internet resource editor