Elton John says he’s hopeful despite significant vision loss

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26 Nov 2025 • 7:24 PM MYT
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  • Sir Elton John has disclosed he is experiencing significant vision loss, having lost his right eye and with limited vision in his left.
  • He described the past 15 months as 'devastating' due to his inability to see, watch, or read, but maintains hope for future scientific advancements.
  • The music icon connects with celebrity friends, including Sir Paul McCartney, Sir Mick Jagger, Chappell Roan, and Brandi Carlile, online, finding it easier to see them via his iPad.
  • His partner, David Furnish, confirmed some improvements in Sir Elton's left eye and expressed optimism about medical breakthroughs, including those driven by AI.
  • Sir Elton, who previously attributed the vision loss to an infection in September 2024, is scheduled to headline the Rock In Rio festival next September.

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