LONDON (AP) — The renowned singer-songwriter Elton John recently revealed that he faced difficulties watching his new musical due to vision loss caused by an infection. At the opening night of “The Devil Wears Prada” in London on Sunday, he conveyed to the audience, “I haven’t been able to attend many of the previews because, as you know, I have lost my eyesight.”
Despite his challenges, John expressed his enjoyment of the musical’s sound, saying, “It’s hard for me to see it, but I love to hear it, and, boy, it sounded good tonight.” This heartfelt admission highlights his resilience and passion for music, even in the face of adversity.
At 77, Elton John disclosed in September that an infection had resulted in “only limited vision in one eye.” On Instagram, he shared that “I am healing, but it’s an extremely slow process and it will take some time before sight returns to the impacted eye.” His dedication to his craft is evident as he continues to participate in significant events despite his condition.
John composed the score for “The Devil Wears Prada,” a stage adaptation of the popular 2006 film that follows a young journalist navigating the high-stakes environment of a prestigious fashion magazine. The show features Vanessa Williams in the role of the formidable editor, Miranda Priestly, famously portrayed by Meryl Streep in the movie.
The gala premiere, which served as a fundraiser for the Elton John AIDS Foundation, attracted a star-studded audience, including fashion luminaries like designer Donatella Versace and former Vogue editor Anna Wintour, who was rumored to inspire the character of Priestly. Wintour offered her thoughts on the musical, describing it as “entertaining.”
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