Roger Daltrey Reveals Vision Loss During Teenage Cancer Trust Concert

The 81-year-old frontman of The Who shared his health challenges while reaffirming his continued support for the charity he founded.

Roger Daltrey announced during the March 27, 2025 Teenage Cancer Trust concert at Royal Albert Hall that he is going blind, adding to his existing hearing loss.
Despite his health challenges, Daltrey expressed gratitude for retaining his voice, referencing The Who's 1969 rock opera 'Tommy.'
Daltrey stepped down as curator of the Teenage Cancer Trust concerts in 2024, passing the role to Robert Smith of The Cure, but remains an active behind-the-scenes supporter.
The Teenage Cancer Trust concerts, which Daltrey founded in 2000, have raised £32 million to support specialized cancer care for teenagers in the UK.
Daltrey, who turned 81 this month, has candidly reflected on aging, describing the physical and mental toll of performing and his realistic approach to mortality.