Elton John has expressed gratitude to his family for their support during his recent health challenges.
On Tuesday, the 77-year-old music icon attended the New York premiere of his new documentary, *Elton John: Never Too Late*. During his heartfelt speech, Elton reflected on his health journey and extended thanks to his fans, as well as his husband, David Furnish, and their sons, Zachary, 13, and Elijah, 11.
"To be honest, there's not much of me left. I don't have tonsils, adenoids, an appendix, or a prostate," Elton shared humorously. "I don't have a right hip, a left knee, or a right knee. In fact, the only thing I have left is my left hip. But I'm still here. And I can't thank you enough, you're the people that made me."
The "Rocket Man" singer also took a moment to express his deep gratitude to his family. "I want to thank David, Zachary, and Elijah for making me the happiest man in the world," he said.
Elton and Canadian-British filmmaker David Furnish began their civil partnership in 2005 and officially married in 2014.
Continuing his speech, Elton reflected on how meeting David and becoming a father changed his life. "I found complete and utter happiness and bliss when I met David and when we had our children. I've never experienced the level of happiness that I feel now."
He also touched on his decision to retire from touring after his final *Farewell Yellow Brick Road* concert in July 2023. "I decided to stop touring because I'm 77, and I've done everything there is to do. I've succeeded. I've been there and done it," he explained, adding that while music remains important to him, his focus is now on his family. "I've found utopia, and I'm so thrilled."
*Elton John: Never Too Late* will be available on Disney+ starting 13 December after a limited theatrical release.
