Singer Elton John, who recently revealed that he is left with limited vision in one eye after a severe infection, said he was unable to watch his new documentary properly when it had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival 2024.

Co-directed by his manager and husband David Furnish and filmmaker R J Cutler, “Never Too Late” was screened at the gala on Friday.

The documentary takes an intense look at the first five years of John's career in the 1970s and juxtaposes them with his recent “Farewell Yellow Brick Road” tour.

In his first public appearance since announcing his diagnosis on social media, the 77-year-old told Variety: "I couldn’t really see it because of my eye, but I sensed it. I’d seen it before. I don’t know. Seeing it with an audience is far more emotional than just sitting with a bunch of people. I got more out of it last night than I did when I saw it the first time, and it hit harder."

The eye infection is a roadblock to his daily routine.

"What’s happened with my eye has been very… just, it’s been very distressing because I’m used to getting out in the morning, looking at all the newspapers, looking at the charts, looking at everything, how the world is doing creatively, and I’ve lost that for the time being. It’s been seven weeks since I’ve been able to see all of this, but the prospect is good. I had a hell of a time," the multiple award-winning musician added.

In his Instagram post shared earlier this week, John had said while he is on the road to recovery, it will take some time before sight in the affected eye returns.

Never Too Late&nbsp;is slated to stream on Disney on December 13. 
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Singer Elton John, who recently revealed that he is left with limited vision in one eye after a severe infection, said he was unable to watch his new documentary properly when it had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival 2024.

Singer Elton John, who recently revealed that he is left with limited vision in one eye after a severe infection, said he was unable to watch his new documentary properly when it had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival 2024. Co-directed by his manager and husband David Furnish and filmmaker R J Cutler, “Never Too Late” was screened at the gala on Friday. The documentary takes an intense look at the first five years of John's career in the 1970s and juxtaposes them with his recent “Farewell Yellow Brick Road” tour. In his first public appearance since announcing his diagnosis on social media, the 77-year-old told Variety: "I couldn’t really see it because of my eye, but I sensed it. I’d seen it before. I don’t know. Seeing it with an audience is far more emotional than just sitting with a bunch of people. I got more out of it last night than I did when I saw it the first time, and it hit harder." The eye infection is a roadblock to his daily routine. "What’s happened with my eye has been very… just, it’s been very distressing because I’m used to getting out in the morning, looking at all the newspapers, looking at the charts, looking at everything, how the world is doing creatively, and I’ve lost that for the time being. It’s been seven weeks since I’ve been able to see all of this, but the prospect is good. I had a hell of a time," the multiple award-winning musician added. In his Instagram post shared earlier this week, John had said while he is on the road to recovery, it will take some time before sight in the affected eye returns. Never Too Late is slated to stream on Disney on December 13.

Elton John gives update on his eye infection, says it's been 'distressing'

British pop superstar Elton John turned 75 on Friday, but vowed to keep making music, even as he tours the world for the final time.

The flamboyant former Reg Dwight has become a stalwart of the music scene since the 1970s, with a string of hits including 'Crocodile Rock', 'Candle in the Wind'&nbsp;and 'Rocketman'.

He has also fronted a high-profile campaign for research against HIV/Aids, raising millions of pounds for charities.

The singer-songwriter, who became "Sir Elton" in 1998 when he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II, said he was not usually nostalgic but described the three-quarter century as a "milestone".

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"I'll definitely find time today to take stock and thank my lucky stars for my wonderful family, friends and career," he added.

"I feel unbelievably lucky that at 75 I still love what I do so much -- I'm still so energised about music and excited I get to play, listen and talk about this every single day."

John has sold more than 300 million records worldwide, and scored his first UK number-one single in 16 years last month with 'Cold Heart', with the singer Dua Lipa.

He is currently on his 'Farewell Yellow Brick Road'&nbsp;tour -- an extravaganza of more than 300 gigs worldwide that began in 2018 -- and said, "the thrill of playing live is as amazing as it was 50 years ago".

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But he added: "I have so much to pass on to the new generation of fans and artists alike, and I'm determined to keep giving back to the industry that has given me so much."

To mark his birthday, he is releasing a digitally remastered version of his 'Diamonds: The Ultimate Greatest Hits'&nbsp;album on streaming platforms for the first time.

This weekend, his husband David Furnish will host the 30th annual Elton John Aids Foundation Academy Awards.

Five years ago, John -- a two-time Oscar music winner for his biopic 'Rocketman'&nbsp;and 'The Lion King'&nbsp;-- sold 25 works donated by artists and collectors to mark the charity's 25th anniversary.

British pop superstar Elton John turned 75 on Friday, but vowed to keep making music, even as he tours the world for the final time. The flamboyant former Reg Dwight has become a stalwart of the music scene since the 1970s, with a string of hits including 'Crocodile Rock', 'Candle in the Wind' and 'Rocketman'.

British pop superstar Elton John turned 75 on Friday, but vowed to keep making music, even as he tours the world for the final time. The flamboyant former Reg Dwight has become a stalwart of the music scene since the 1970s, with a string of hits including 'Crocodile Rock', 'Candle in the Wind' and 'Rocketman'. He has also fronted a high-profile campaign for research against HIV/Aids, raising millions of pounds for charities. The singer-songwriter, who became "Sir Elton" in 1998 when he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II, said he was not usually nostalgic but described the three-quarter century as a "milestone". BTS star J-Hope tests positive for COVID-19, under self-isolation "I'll definitely find time today to take stock and thank my lucky stars for my wonderful family, friends and career," he added. "I feel unbelievably lucky that at 75 I still love what I do so much -- I'm still so energised about music and excited I get to play, listen and talk about this every single day." John has sold more than 300 million records worldwide, and scored his first UK number-one single in 16 years last month with 'Cold Heart', with the singer Dua Lipa. He is currently on his 'Farewell Yellow Brick Road' tour -- an extravaganza of more than 300 gigs worldwide that began in 2018 -- and said, "the thrill of playing live is as amazing as it was 50 years ago". Vanessa Hudgens, Terrence J, Brandon Maxwell to host 'Oscars Red Carpet Show' But he added: "I have so much to pass on to the new generation of fans and artists alike, and I'm determined to keep giving back to the industry that has given me so much." To mark his birthday, he is releasing a digitally remastered version of his 'Diamonds: The Ultimate Greatest Hits' album on streaming platforms for the first time. This weekend, his husband David Furnish will host the 30th annual Elton John Aids Foundation Academy Awards. Five years ago, John -- a two-time Oscar music winner for his biopic 'Rocketman' and 'The Lion King' -- sold 25 works donated by artists and collectors to mark the charity's 25th anniversary.

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Sir Elton John is sharing his retiring plans.&nbsp; 
 
John has just released his new album, The Lockdown Sessions, and will soon be resuming his 'Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour'. After that, the singer will only focus on his family. 
 
Speaking in a recent interview with Today, the 74-year-old revealed his retirement plans, which only include his family - husband David Furnish and their two sons, Zachary, 10, and Elijah, 8, after the Europe tour.&nbsp;

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''They're going to be teenagers soon. I need to be with them." John said.&nbsp; 
 
&nbsp;“I’ll be 76 [when the tour is over],” he added. Elton continued, “I don’t know how much time I have left on this earth after that. You know, I’ve had enough applause. I don’t want to keep traveling. I don’t want to be away from my family.”

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He went on to reveal that “everything excites [him]” these days, adding, “Every day is a bonus. I’m sober, I’m clean, and I can appreciate life on life’s terms.” 
 
He also admitted that he is "so excited to go and play again in front of people" amid the waning pandemic, and that "the reaction from fans" makes his "soul jump."

Sir Elton John is sharing his retiring plans. John has just released his new album, The Lockdown Sessions, and will soon be resuming his 'Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour'.

Sir Elton John is sharing his retiring plans. John has just released his new album, The Lockdown Sessions, and will soon be resuming his 'Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour'. After that, the singer will only focus on his family. Speaking in a recent interview with Today, the 74-year-old revealed his retirement plans, which only include his family - husband David Furnish and their two sons, Zachary, 10, and Elijah, 8, after the Europe tour. Also read: Jay Black, Jay and the Americans' lead singer, dead at 82 ''They're going to be teenagers soon. I need to be with them." John said. “I’ll be 76 [when the tour is over],” he added. Elton continued, “I don’t know how much time I have left on this earth after that. You know, I’ve had enough applause. I don’t want to keep traveling. I don’t want to be away from my family.” Also read: Dwayne Johnson on his presidential bid: I’m not a politician, that’s the truth He went on to reveal that “everything excites [him]” these days, adding, “Every day is a bonus. I’m sober, I’m clean, and I can appreciate life on life’s terms.” He also admitted that he is "so excited to go and play again in front of people" amid the waning pandemic, and that "the reaction from fans" makes his "soul jump."

Elton John reveals what he'll do after his farewell tour