Elton John informed fans he has privately been battling an eye infection that caused vision loss.
The legendary singer revealed the news of his health battle Tuesday in an intimate note on Instagram.
“Over the summer, I’ve been dealing with a severe eye infection that has unfortunately left me with only limited vision in one eye,” he told his 4.9 million followers. “I am healing, but it’s an extremely slow process and it will take some time before sight returns to the impacted eye.”
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GLASTONBURY, ENGLAND – JUNE 25: Sir Elton John performs on The Pyramid Stage at Day 5 of Glastonbury Festival 2023 on June 25, 2023 in Glastonbury, England. (Photo by Harry Durrant/Getty Images)
The knighted star did not divulge any details surrounding what led to the infection.
The 77-year-old singer explained that he has been plagued by this issue for some time now, but is dedicated to recovering.
He took a moment to extend a message of thanks to those that have assisted him through the recent challenges.
LONDON, ENGLAND – JUNE 03: Elton John performs live at Twickenham Stoop on June 3, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Ian Gavan/Getty Images for Harlequins)
“I am so grateful for the excellent team of doctors and nurses and my family, who have taken such good care of me over the last several weeks,” John wrote in his social media statement. “I have been quietly spending the summer recuperating at home, and am feeling positive about the progress I have made in my healing and recovery thus far.”
Fans immediately began flooding the star’s comment section with loving messages and thoughtful wishes for a speedy recovery.
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The documentary, “Elton John: Never Too Late,” is set to premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival later in September. The festival roster still shows his name, and at this time, it appears that John plans to attend in person.(RELATED: Queen Guitarist Brian May Reveals He Suffered Minor Stroke)
