Elton John concludes final tour performances for enthusiastic crowds
Elton John wrapped up his “Farewell Yellow Brick Road” tour in Stockholm, Sweden on Saturday after completing the 330th show in five years. He addressed the audience, expressed gratitude to his supporters, and mentioned how much he missed them, feeling “humbled” by their backing.
Elton John provided a heartfelt health update months after disclosing that he experienced partial vision loss due to a “severe” eye infection.
In a discussion with The Times of London, the 78-year-old musical legend openly talked about the distress of losing his sight and its impact on his daily life.
“”I can’t read it. I can’t see my son playing rugby and soccer. It was a very challenging period as I’m accustomed to witnessing everything.
Elton John disclosed that he can no longer watch his sons engage in sports following his partial vision loss from an eye infection. (Getty)
John and his husband David Furnish, married in 2014, are parents to 14-year-old Zachary and 12-year-old Elijah. They welcomed Zachary, born via surrogate, in December 2010.
Elton John faces “limited vision” following health concerns
While conversing with The Times, the British star mentioned that he “can’t see Terry,” adding that “we haven’t observed anything since last July.”
“It can be emotional, but you must adapt since you’re fortunate to have the life I enjoy,” John expressed.
“I still have an incredible family and I can see a little from this side,” he added, indicating his left eye.
“So you motivate yourself to keep moving forward.”
The music legend shares his sons Zachary and Elijah with his spouse David Furnish. (APU Gomes/AFP via Getty Images)
The “Rocketman” artist first discussed his health battle in September.
“Over the summer, I dealt with serious eye infections that regrettably resulted in limited vision in one eye,” he stated on social media. “I’m on the mend, but the recovery is very gradual, and it takes time for my eyes to heal properly.”
The artist further mentioned: “I’ve been quietly recuperating at home during the summers. I feel optimistic about my healing and the progress I’ve made thus far.”
John initially revealed his health difficulties last September. (Getty Images)
In November interviewsGood Morning America., John mentioned that his infection originated during the summer in Southern France.
“It’s been four months now where I couldn’t see, but my left eye isn’t the most impaired,” he noted.
“There’s hope that it will be alright, but I’m somewhat limited right now because while I can manage little tasks like this, when I go to the studio and try to record, I struggle,” John detailed, stating that reading the lyrics has become difficult.
“It felt a bit devastating,” he added. “I can’t see anything. I can’t read anything. I can’t see anything.”
On Friday, John released a new album with Brandi Carlile, titled “Who Believes in Angels.”
The “Hold Me Closer” artist collaborated with producer Andrew Watt and longtime lyricist Bernie Taupin. The group recorded “Who Believes in Angels?” in just 20 days from mid-October to early November 2023.
The artist expressed that he shares a strong connection with his sons. (Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images for Paramount Pictures)
In the documentary “Elton John: Never Late,” which debuted at the Toronto International Film Festival last September, John talked about Zachary and Elijah’s apprehensions regarding his “mortality rate.”
“They are concerned about my mortality,” he stated in the documentary. “Not David, just me,” he added.
The five-time Grammy award winner affirmed that he has a deep bond with his two sons, who “love Daddy” and are “hoping to have him around forever.”
John mentioned that Zachary and Elijah are anxious about his “mortality rate.” (Ejaf’s Michael Kobak/Getty Images)
John’s kids are not the only individuals worried about him being present for significant life moments. The singer expressed the desire to “be around forever,” though he understands the reality of life.
“I want to witness them having children and tying the knot. I don’t believe they will be there for that. Who knows? “The moments spent together are incredible and deeply precious.”
Lori Bashian of Fox News Digital contributed to this report.
