Sir Elton John has revealed he has been left with “only limited vision” in one eye after developing a “severe eye infection” during the summer.
The 77-year-old singer said he is healing but “it’s an extremely slow process” and it will take time before vision to the impaired eye returns.
The Your Song singer said in a post to his 4.9m Instagram followers: “Over the summer, I’ve been dealing with a severe eye infection that has unfortunately left me with only limited vision in one eye.
“I am healing, but it’s an extremely slow process and it will take some time before sight returns to the impacted eye.
“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.
“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 so far.”
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Numerous stars replied to the post wishing the legendary singer well, including fashion designer Donatella Versace, radio presenter Bob Harris and actor Layton Williams.
Versace said: “Take your time and recover, Elton. We’ll be here waiting for your return when you’re healthy and ready.”
Harris added: “Sending you much love Elton.”
Singer of pop hits Torn and Shiver, Natalie Imbruglia, said she was “sending love and healing energy your way”.
Ted Lasso star Hannah Waddingham said she was passing on “golden, healing vibes”.
It comes after it was announced that Sir Elton’s documentary film Elton John: Never Too Late, would have its European premiere at this year’s BFI London Film Festival.
Sir Elton announced his retirement from touring on the Pyramid stage at Glastonbury last year.
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But Sir Elton’s long-term songwriting partner Bernie Taupin told Sky News they have no plans to stop making music together.
Taupin also said in the interview back in May he didn’t think an upcoming and “incredibly personal” album from Sir Elton would be his last.
At the time, Taupin said he expected the new album to be released before Christmas.
Sir Elton, who was made a member of the Order of the Companions of Honour at a ceremony in November 2021, is known for hits including Saturday Night’s Alright For Fighting, I’m Still Standing and Candle in the Wind.
