Elton John reveals he ‘can’t read or see anything’ after infection left him blind in the right eye

LONDON, ENGLAND: Elton John disclosed in an interview with Robin Roberts on 'Good Morning America' that, following an infection this past summer, he has lost vision in his right eye, impacting his capacity to create new music.

The 77-year-old 'EGOT' winner, renowned for his legendary hits and vibrant stage performances, has revealed details about his recent health scare and its effects on his personal life and career.

Elton John opens up about losing sight in right eye due to infection

“It’s been a while since I’ve done anything. I just have to get off my backside,” Elton John remarked, according to New York Post.

“I unfortunately lost my eyesight in my right eye in July because I had an infection in the South of France,” the music superstar revealed, adding “It’s been four months now since I haven’t been able to see. My left eye is not the greatest.”

“There’s hope and encouragement that it will be OK,” John continued, adding "but I’m kind of stuck in the moment, because I can do something like this, but going into the studio and recording, I don’t know. Because I can’t see a lyric for start.”

The 'Rocket Man' singer has announced he is "taking an initiative" to address his eye problems and that “it’s never fortunate for anything like this to happen.”

“It kind of floored me, and I can’t see anything. I can’t read anything, I can’t watch anything,” he said.

Despite his challenges, John referred to himself as "the luckiest man in the world" in the interview, which was conducted to promote his forthcoming documentary, 'Elton John: Never Too Late.'

“I’m so proud of the documentary. I’m proud of my sons. I’m proud of my attitude toward myself and what’s going on,” he explained, adding “I’m just very lucky and I’m very grateful.”

Elton John’s documentary chronicles 50-year career, set to stream on Disney+

Directed by RJ Cutler and David Furnish, the documentary delves into the iconic performer's 50-year career, culminating in his final North American performance at Dodger Stadium in 2022. It will be available for streaming on Disney+ starting December 13.

John had previously disclosed his struggles with vision in September. He announced on Instagram that he was dealing with a severe optic infection, which resulted in "limited vision" in one of his eyes.

He said, “I am healing, but it’s an extremely slow process and it will take some time before sight returns to the impacted eye.”

The singer, known for 'I'm Still Standing', has faced numerous health challenges over the years, including the removal of several organs and undergoing both knee and hip replacement surgeries.

He has also experienced hearing loss due to years of touring.