LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM – Concerns are mounting over the health of legendary British singer-songwriter Sir Elton John, following reports of a significant weight gain linked to his diabetes diagnosis.
Radar Online reported that the music icon has gained 60 pounds, and sources close to him are expressing worry about his health status. While Elton John has often joked that his weight goes “up and down like a bloody yo-yo,” a well-placed insider emphasized that this latest gain is a serious matter because it is “related to an illness.”
The Academy Award-winning artist had achieved a dramatic weight loss last November following a potentially fatal Type 2 diabetes diagnosis, prompting him to change his diet when his weight exceeded 220 pounds.
However, only 10 months after that weight loss, new photos suggest the singer has returned to old habits. The source indicated that his “sweet tooth” is the primary reason for his relapse.
“He’s got type 2 diabetes, so he’s not supposed to have any sugar. He was doing well for a while, but his cravings have obviously taken over,” the insider stated, highlighting the serious health risks associated with his condition.
