Legendary music icon Elton John has revealed he is battling vision loss due to a recent infection, a challenge that has left him unable to watch his latest musical, The Devil Wears Prada, in full. Despite this setback, the superstar remains optimistic, crediting his husband, David Furnish, for steadfast support during this difficult time.
Elton John attended the musical's London premiere at the Dominion Theatre but shared with the audience that his condition has made it difficult to see the production. “It’s hard for me to see it, but I love to hear it, and, boy, it sounded good tonight,” John remarked. His condition has also impacted his ability to work on new music in the studio, leaving his upcoming projects on hold.
The gala event, which doubled as a fundraiser for the Elton John AIDS Foundation, was a star-studded affair, attended by fashion luminaries like Donatella Versace and Anna Wintour. Vanessa Williams dazzled as Miranda Priestly, the formidable character immortalized by Meryl Streep in the original Devil Wears Prada film.
While John grapples with this personal health battle, fans around the globe have rallied in support of the iconic artist whose songs have defined generations. Even former President Donald Trump, who has publicly expressed his admiration for Elton John on multiple occasions, might be among those wishing him a swift recovery.
