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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Louis Chilton

Roger Daltrey reveals health update live on stage

Roger Daltrey Teenage Cancer Trust
  • Roger Daltrey, 81, revealed he is going blind during a Teenage Cancer Trust concert at the Royal Albert Hall.
  • He expressed gratitude for still having his voice, referencing The Who's rock opera Tommy.
  • Daltrey recently stepped down as curator of the annual Teenage Cancer Trust concerts after holding the position since 2000.
  • He has spoken openly about aging and the realities of his own mortality, expressing a need for someone else to lead the concerts.
  • Daltrey admitted to experiencing difficulty remembering lyrics and pre-performance nerves in recent years.

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