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Elton John loses his vision

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The iconic singer-songwriter described the experience as a shocking and overwhelming one, admitting, "It kind of floored me. I couldn’t see anything. I couldn’t read, I couldn’t watch anything."(Photo: Facebook/Elton John)

Hollywood legend Elton John has opened up about a significant health challenge he faced earlier this year, revealing that he lost vision in his right eye following an eye infection he contracted while spending the summer in the south of France. The iconic singer-songwriter described the experience as a shocking and overwhelming one, admitting, "It kind of floored me. I couldn’t see anything. I couldn’t read, I couldn’t watch anything."

Elton’s candid admission highlights the sudden impact of the condition, which temporarily left him unable to engage in many of the activities that are such a central part of his daily life. Despite the emotional and physical toll, Elton has shown resilience in confronting this unexpected health setback, a testament to his strength and determination.

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