Billy Joel's Daughter Alexa Ray Joel Offers Encouraging Words About Dad's Health Diagnosis
Billy Joel's daughter is speaking out in support of her father following his recent health diagnosis.
Alexa Ray Joel — the daughter of the 'Piano Man' and his ex-wife, model Christie Brinkley — took to Instagram on Sunday (May 25) to thank fans for their support and share an uplifting message after her father revealed he had been diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), a type of brain disorder.
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'SOUND UP 🕊️ We love you and we got you, Pop!' Alexa wrote alongside a black-and-white illustration of a father holding his young daughter's hand. 'I just wanted to thank you all for the beautiful outpouring of love and support amid the recent news of My Father's health diagnosis.'
She continued, 'My Dad is the strongest and most resilient man I've ever known… and he's entirely committed to making a full recovery with ongoing physical-therapy treatments as he continues to regain his strength.'
Last week, Joel announced the cancellation of all upcoming performances due to complications related to NPH.
'This condition has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision and balance,' he said in a statement. 'Under his doctor's instructions, Billy is undergoing specific physical therapy and has been advised to refrain from performing during this recovery period. Billy is thankful for the excellent care he is receiving and is fully committed to prioritizing his health.'
The cancellations include several scheduled appearances throughout summer and fall 2025, as well as early 2026, including joint shows with Sting, Rod Stewart, and Stevie Nicks.
Alexa Ray concluded her message with a touching quote from her father's 1993 ballad, 'Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel),' from his River of Dreams album.
'The genuine care, empathy, and concern from everyone means so much to him… it means a lot to me, too,' she wrote. ''Someday We'll All Be Gone / But Lullabies Go On And On / They Never Die / That's How You And I Will Be.' ⚓️ The music continues…'
A singer, songwriter and pianist in her own right, Alexa Ray has shared the stage with her father on several occasions, including shows in recent years during his historic residency at New York's Madison Square Garden.
Christie Brinkley, Alexa's mother, also shared a message of support for her ex-husband on Saturday (May 24).
'Dear Billy, the whole Brinkley gang is sending you lots of love and good wishes for a full and speedy recovery,' she wrote on Instagram. 'I'm sure I'm speaking for everyone in that room when I say please take good care of yourself, we all want you back in that white hot spotlight, you're OUR piano man.'
See Alexa Ray's full tribute to her father on Instagram here.
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