By Gwurld4026 
The Who’s Roger Daltrey: Battling Deafness and Blindness
Roger Daltrey, the 81-year-old lead singer of The Who, has revealed that he is experiencing both hearing and vision loss. During a concert at London’s Royal Albert Hall on March 27, 2025, he humorously remarked on the challenges of aging, stating, “The joys of getting old mean you go deaf. I also now have got the joy of going blind.” He added, “Fortunately, I still have my voice, because then I’ll have a full Tommy,” referencing The Who’s 1969 rock opera character who is deaf, dumb, and blind.
Daltrey attributed his hearing loss to his extensive career in rock music, acknowledging the impact of prolonged exposure to loud sounds. Despite these health challenges, he continues to actively participate in performances and charitable events. In fact, he recently stepped down as the curator of the Teenage Cancer Trust concerts after 22 years but remains involved as an honorary patron.
His bandmate, Pete Townshend, also addressed his own aging-related issues, revealing that he had undergone knee replacement surgery due to a dance-related injury. Both members have openly discussed the realities of growing older while maintaining their commitment to music and charitable endeavors.