Elton John has recently spoken about his remaining time and the numerous organs he has had removed or replaced.
Ahead of a new documentary that delves into his life and illustrious career, the legendary musician has shared insights about his health. At 77, John has confronted several health challenges, including replacements for both knees and one hip.
One of these surgeries, necessitated by a fall, led to a delay in his 2021 farewell tour.
The forthcoming documentary captures the music icon on his farewell tour, featuring a conversation in his dressing room at Los Angeles’ Dodger Stadium. This chat occurs before a concert, marking 47 years since he first performed there before 110,000 attendees.
Titled “Elton John: Never Too Late,” the film was unveiled to fans at the BFI London Film Festival on October 10, 2024.
Reflecting on his journey, he admits: “It is very tiring. I am used to it. I am a veteran at it but this is where you start to think about mortality.”
Amidst the backstage memorabilia, John ponders, “I wonder what is going to happen to all of this stuff when I finish? This is the latter time of my life. I don’t know how much time I have left.”
He continues to contemplate: “You think about that more when you get to my age. You think about life and death. You think, ‘Well, I just want to be where I want to be now.'”
With the conclusion of his Yellow Brick Road tour, John has decided to step back from touring.
He stated, “I don’t have to work after this. I will work and do records and putting radio shows together but travelling takes so much out of you.”
“It’s very tiring. I am used to it. I am a veteran at it but this is where you start to think about mortality,” he reiterated.
Over the years, John has undergone numerous medical procedures, resulting in the removal or replacement of various body parts.
He explained, “I don’t have tonsils, adenoids or an appendix. I don’t have a prostate. I don’t have a right hip or a left knee or a right knee.”
“But I’m still here. And I can’t thank you [enough], you’re the people that made me.”