Billy Joel Cancels All Concert Dates Due to Health Issue
Source: Billy Joel attends the 66th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 04, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic via Getty Images)
The 'Piano Man' will be stepping away from the keys for an extended amount of time, canceling all scheduled concert dates due to a health issue. Billy Joel announced Friday that he will be taking a break from performing as he recovers from normal pressure hydrocephalus, which he was recently diagnosed with.
According to a statement released by the singer, the condition has caused difficulties with his balance, hearing and vision
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The 76-year old musician released the statement via his Instagram account:
'[Joel] has announced that he will be cancelling all scheduled concerts following a recent diagnosis of Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH),' the statement said. This condition has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision, and balance. Under his doctor's instructions, [Joel] is undergoing specific physical therapy and has been advised to refrain from performing during this recovery period. [Joel] is thankful for the excellent care he is receiving and is fully committed to prioritizing his health. He is grateful for the support from fans during this time and looks forward to the day when he can once again take the stage.'
Joel included a personal message to fans following the statement:
'I'm sincerely sorry to disappoint our audience, and thank you for understanding,' Joel said.
In March, Joel had canceled concert dates through June after a fall onstage while performing in Connecticut in February.
The canceled shows include concerts scheduled for Liverpool, New Orleans, New York, Salt Lake City, Santa Clara, Toronto and Washington D.C.
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As for fans who've purchased tickets to one of his canceled shows, all payments will be sent back to the source of the original payment.
'You don't need to take any action to receive your refund. It will be automatically processed back to the original payment used for the purchase,' the statement said. 'Please be aware that the refund will go to the original purchaser if the tickets were transferred to you.'
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