Elton John

2024 - 12 - 2

Elton John Can't Watch His Own Musical - Eyes on the Stage, Not on the Script!

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Sir Elton John reveals that his health woes keep him from seeing 'The Devil Wears Prada' musical. Join us to discover why this legendary performer has to keep it to just hearing!

Elton John has always been a sight to behold, not only for his flamboyant outfits and dazzling performances but for his astonishing musical talents. However, the iconic musician has recently revealed that he is unable to watch his own musical adaptation of "The Devil Wears Prada" due to some serious health issues. Beloved by fans and fellow artists alike, the 77-year-old superstar shared that he has been suffering from a severe eye infection that left him with no vision in his right eye and significantly impaired vision in his left. As he attended the gala performance of the show, fans were not only eager to see his reaction to this major milestone in his career but were greeted with a candid update on his health status.

During his appearance, Sir Elton candidly admitted to the audience that he has essentially "lost my eyesight," a striking revelation that brought a somber tone to an otherwise celebratory occasion. Despite this setback, he remained optimistic and engaging, stating that although he couldn't see the show, he was still able to enjoy the experience through sound. The heartfelt moment when he was led off stage by his husband, David Furnish, was a reminder that even the brightest stars face challenges. The legacy of Elton's music transcends the visual realm, and his presence continues to shine brightly even in the face of adversity.

In recent interviews, Elton further elaborated on how his health struggles have derailed plans for a new album, showcasing the impact that health issues can have on an artist's career. The musician expressed his commitment to recovery, hinting that once he regains full health, listeners can expect some beautiful new music in the future. As he embarks on this new chapter of life, his resilience and dedication to his craft remain front and center.

Interestingly, Elton John is not only a phenomenal musician but also an ambassador for various health causes. He is a strong advocate for both HIV/AIDS awareness and LGBTQ+ rights, often using his platform to shed light on important issues. His recent documentary, "Elton John: Never Too Late," promises an unfiltered look into the life of this superstar, revealing that while many may see him as a fixture of pop culture, he too faces battles behind the scenes. Here's to hoping for a speedy recovery for Elton, allowing him to return to the spotlight where he belongs!

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Elton John reveals he is unable to watch his own musical after ... (The Guardian)

The 77-year-old, who is blind in one eye and has poor vision in the other, spoke of his health issues at a gala performance of The Devil Wears Prada.

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Elton John reveals he can't watch The Devil Wears Prada musical ... (The Independent)

Musician suffered severe eye infection that left him with no vision in right eye.

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Elton John expands on health status at public appearance: “I have ... (NME.com)

Elton John has expanded on the current status of his health following a "severe eye infection", admitting that he has "lost my eyesight".

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Elton John Has Lost His Vision (Vulture)

Elton John told the audience at the West End premiere of The Devil Wears Prada that he has lost his sight. He couldn't see the show, but he enjoyed hearing ...

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Sir Elton John tells West End crowd 'I've lost my eyesight and cannot ... (Evening Standard)

The veteran singer, 77, was assisted off stage by husband David Furnish at the Dominion Theatre.

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Elton John has to be led away from stage after losing eyesight (Somerset Live)

Elton previously said the eye infection, diagnosed earlier this year, has stalled his music recording. Sir Elton continued: "It's been a while since I've done ...

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Elton John Reveals Loss Of Sight Following Eye Infection (Deadline)

Last week, the five-time Grammy winner revealed to ABC News' Robin Roberts that his eyesight had deteriorated and that plans for a new album were put on hold as ...

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Elton John: Never Too Late documentary is "completely unfiltered ... (Radio Times)

The director of new documentary, Elton John: Never Too Late, speaks with Radio Times magazine.

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'I have lost my eyesight': Elton John unable to watch premiere of his ... (Sky News)

The 77-year-old gave an update on his health while attending a star-studded gala for the premiere of the new musical adaptation of The Devil Wears Prada, ...

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Elton John has “lost his eyesight” and is unable to watch his latest ... (Euro Weekly News)

77-year-old Sir Elton John has revealed he is unable to watch his latest musical, The Devil Wears Prada, due to a severe eye infection that has left him ...

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Elton John reveals eyesight loss means he 'hasn't been able to see ... (Smooth Radio)

The Devil Wears Prada: The Musical's music was composed by the 'Rocket Man' singer.

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Sir Elton John issues health update on eyesight to audience (News Shopper)

Sir Elton John spoke to audience members at The Devil Wears Prada gala opening on Sunday (December 1) revealing "I have lost my…

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Elton John reveals he is unable to watch new musical after losing ... (Maldon and Burnham Standard)

The veteran singer revealed in an Instagram post in September that his vision has been affected by an infection.

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Elton John reveals he is unable to watch new musical after losing ... (Wandsworth Guardian)

The veteran singer revealed in an Instagram post in September that his vision has been affected by an infection.

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Elton John reveals eyesight loss has deprived him of watching his ... (The Stage)

Elton John has revealed that sight loss means he has not been able to watch his own musical adaptation of The Devil Wears Prada.

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Elton John Says He Has Lost His Eyesight (Today.com)

Elton John says he struggled to watch his new musical, “The Devil Wears Prada,” because he has lost his eyesight after contracting an infection.

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Elton John says he has lost his eyesight (Reuters)

Music legend Elton John told a theatre audience in London on Sunday he had lost his sight after struggling to recover from an eye infection earlier in the ...

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Elton John says he has lost his eyesight (CNN)

Speaking on stage at a gala performance of the “The Devil Wears Prada” musical in London on Sunday, John thanked his husband, David Furnish, saying he “has been ...

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Elton John says he lost his eyesight following severe eye infection (CBS News)

Elton John says he's lost his eyesight and struggled to see his new musical, "The Devil Wears Prada" after a severe" eye infection.

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Elton John, After Eye Infection, Says He Couldn't See His Own Musical (The New York Times)

After a performance of “The Devil Wears Prada” in London, John told the crowd that the effects of an eye infection were continuing to limit his eyesight.

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Elton John says he lost his eyesight following severe eye infection (CBS News)

Elton John says he's lost his eyesight and struggled to see his new musical, "The Devil Wears Prada" after a "severe" eye infection.

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Elton John's battle with blindness: How an eye infection destroyed ... (Daily Mail)

Elton John last night shocked fans after revealing he can no longer see out of either eye. Attending a gala performance of his musical The Devil Wears Prada ...

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'I've Lost My Sight': Everything Elton John Has Said About His Health (Rolling Stone)

Elton John revealed he was fighting an eye infection that has caused him to lose his vision this year. Here's everything he's said about it.

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Elton John lost his vision from an eye infection. Here's why that ... (Fortune)

Elton John told the crowd at "The Devil Wears Prada" musical performance in London about his vision loss. Dave Benett/Getty Images.

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Elton John says his vision has deteriorated since eye infection (Los Angeles Times)

The 77-year-old singer-songwriter made his latest health revelation Sunday during opening night of “The Devil Wears Prada” musical in London. John, who wrote ...

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Elton John reveals he is unable to watch his own musical, The Devil ... (ABC News)

The Devil Wears Prada Musical has premiered in London's West End but its composer, Sir Elton John, was unable to watch the performance after losing his ...

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Elton John Says He Has Lost His Eyesight and Struggles to See His ... (Hollywood Reporter)

John wrote the score for The Devil Wears Prada, a stage musical based on the 2006 movie about a young journalist navigating the glamour and egos of a glossy ...

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Elton John's quiet life in charming town near Windsor Castle - house ... (Daily Express)

Sir Elton John has been settled in Berkshire for more than 40 years now but does have homes all over the world. The singer's property is known as Woodside, ...

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Merry Christmas: How Ed Sheeran And Elton John Brought ... (Dig!)

Spreading festive cheer with an instant classic, Ed Sheeran and Elton John's big-hearted seasonal duet, Merry Christmas, is one for the ages.

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Elton John says he could not see his own musical because of an ... (NPR)

Elton John said following a performance of The Devil Wears Prada, which he scored, that the effects of an eye infection have sharply limited his eyesight.

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Elton John Says He Has Lost His Sight (HealthDay)

The prolific singer-songwriter made the announcement Sunday at a charity gala performance of "The Devil Wears Prada: The Musical," a theater production he ...

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Elton John says he's lost his eyesight while onstage in London | CNN (CNN)

Elton John made a surprise announcement about his eyesight while speaking onstage at a gala performance of the “The Devil Wears Prada” musical in London.

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ICONIC SCOTCH WHISKY BALLANTINE'S TOASTS TO TWO ... (Verge Magazine)

Ballantine's, the world's second most popular Scotch whisky, has revealed new additions to its True Music Icons collection, this year paying tribute to two ...

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Elton John can 'only listen' to his musical The Devil Wears Prada ... (BBC News)

The star-studded event attracted a host of famous faces as the production celebrated its West End debut at London's Dominion Theatre.

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R.J. Cutler's Wild 2024: From Elton John to Martha Stewart to ... (TheWrap)

TheWrap magazine: "These are real movies — these are narratives with characters and themes and cinema," says the director.

Elton John says he could not see his own musical because of an ... (KPBS)

Elton John said following a performance of The Devil Wears Prada, which he scored, that the effects of an eye infection have sharply limited his eyesight.

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