Why is elton john in a wheelchair

Dressed in a blue co-ordinated tracksuit, Elton paired his look with white trainers and his signature tinted sunglasses. In May last year he told Good Morning Britain that he was ready to say goodbye to the touring life, as he's 'had enough' of it. Talking candidly about his final tour, he said: 'I'm looking forward to saying goodbye.

It's not a publicity stunt because I am saying goodbye to touring, I've had enough. When asked to clarify what his retirement would mean for the future, and specifically for his kids Elijah, six, and Zachary, eight, Elton explained: 'They're thriving, they're great kids.

They're funny, they keep us amused. View this post on Instagram. By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. This video is unavailable because we were unable to load a message from our sponsors. Despite his pout, John seemed to be having the time of his life given his location — The Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy — and his upbeat caption. The tour will continue over the course of three years, comprising dates total.

John wrapped the first leg of his tour in March, six months after kicking it off in Allentown, Pennsylvania, and playing a total of 77 shows.

You make it overwhelmingly special for me every time. A so-called insider added that the year-old performer continued with his schedule, believing that he is indestructible, but he could be dead in six months. This made-up story was based on the fact that Elton John had to cut short his concert in New Zealand due to walking pneumonia.

According to BBC , the famed composer lost his voice in the middle of the concert when he was singing "Daniel. I can't sing. I've got to go. I'm sorry," he told the crowd.