John also said Carlile, who collaborated with him on the song "Never Too Late" for the new documentary about him is "a fantastic writer as well as a fantastic vocalist."

Elton John, who has previously said his vision is declining, assured viewers at the 2025 Golden Globes that his eyesight is fine — then jokingly referred to his co-presenter, Brandi Carlile, as 'Rihanna.

The five-time Grammy winner shared on social media last September that he was dealing with a "severe eye infection," which left him with "limited" vision in one eye. John, 77, made light of the ailment during Sunday's ceremony, where he presented best original score alongside Americana singer Brandi Carlile.