In the new documentary, Elton John reflects on his old age – a topic that apparently also concerns his sons.
In his new documentary “Elton John: Never Too Late,” Elton John (77) talks about how his two children are worried about his advanced age. He himself is also afraid of not being able to be present at important moments in their lives. The British singer has two sons, Zachary (13) and Elijah (11), with his husband David Furnish (61), who were born via surrogate mother.
“I don’t think I’ll be there by then”
In the new documentary, which had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 6, the music star describes in detail how the boys express fear of his death. “They think about my mortality. They worry about my mortality.” After all, they loved their father – “so they want me to be there forever.” He would also like to be there forever. “I want to see them have children and get married. I don’t think I’ll be there by then. But who knows?” Elton John says thoughtfully. “You never know.”
That’s why he wants to make the best use of the time he has left. “Time together is so wonderful and so valuable.” The theme was also present during the premiere party. According to a report in the US industry magazine “Variety”, Elton John explained to the audience at the Roy Thomson Hall how proud he was of his family. “I hope I can continue to make music, but I want to be home and appreciate them. Having a number one album is really nice for five minutes, but this is for a lifetime.” He also has a special wish: “I don’t want it to say on my gravestone that he sold a million records. I want it to say that he was a great father and husband.”
The superstar recently suffered from a serious eye infection that has not yet fully recovered. During the premiere, he joked: “I’m having the time of my life – except for this damn eye. I wish I could see you.”
Available for download from December 13th
“Elton John: Never Too Late” is a documentary by RJ Cutler (62) and David Furnish, which will be available on the streaming service Disney+ from December 13th. The film tells the story of the career of the singer, who has delivered hits such as “Your Song” (1970), “I’M Still Standing” (1983) and “Can You Feel The Love Tonight” (1994). But it also shows the private Elton John, who has been married to the Canadian film producer and director Furnish since 2014.
Source: Stern
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