Sir Elton John reveals he has gone blind. Back in September of 2024, Elton John shared on Instagram that he was recovering from an eye infection that had left him with limited vision in one eye. The British singer and songwriter, known for hits like “Rocket Man” and “Tiny Dancer,” developed the infection in July 2024 while in the South of France. Since then, his vision has steadily deteriorated. Over the weekend, the 77-year-old music icon revealed that he is now blind during a gala performance