Billy Joel's family 'hopeful' after disease diagnosis
Billy Joel's family are "hopeful for his recovery".
The 76-year-old star recently cancelled all forthcoming tour dates after being diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus, a rare brain condition caused by a build-up of fluid in the brain, but Joel's family is trying to remain optimistic.
Alongside a family photo, his wife Alexis said on Instagram: "Thank you for the outpouring of love and support. We are so grateful for the wonderful care and swift diagnosis we received.
"Bill is beloved by so many, and to us, he is a father and husband who is at the center of our world. We are hopeful for his recovery. We look forward to seeing you all in the future."
Christie Brinkley, Joel's ex-wife, recently wished the music star a "full and speedy recovery".
Joel is undergoing treatment and doctors have advised that performing would have an adverse affect on his health at this time.
A statement explained: "Billy Joel has announced that he will be cancelling all scheduled concerts following a recent diagnosis of Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus. This condition has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision and balance."
Billy Joel's family are "hopeful for his recovery".
The 76-year-old star recently cancelled all forthcoming tour dates after being diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus, a rare brain condition caused by a build-up of fluid in the brain, but Joel's family is trying to remain optimistic.
Alongside a family photo, his wife Alexis said on Instagram: "Thank you for the outpouring of love and support. We are so grateful for the wonderful care and swift diagnosis we received.
"Bill is beloved by so many, and to us, he is a father and husband who is at the center of our world. We are hopeful for his recovery. We look forward to seeing you all in the future."
Christie Brinkley, Joel's ex-wife, recently wished the music star a "full and speedy recovery".
Joel is undergoing treatment and doctors have advised that performing would have an adverse affect on his health at this time.
A statement explained: "Billy Joel has announced that he will be cancelling all scheduled concerts following a recent diagnosis of Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus. This condition has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision and balance."
Billy Joel's family are "hopeful for his recovery".
The 76-year-old star recently cancelled all forthcoming tour dates after being diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus, a rare brain condition caused by a build-up of fluid in the brain, but Joel's family is trying to remain optimistic.
Alongside a family photo, his wife Alexis said on Instagram: "Thank you for the outpouring of love and support. We are so grateful for the wonderful care and swift diagnosis we received.
"Bill is beloved by so many, and to us, he is a father and husband who is at the center of our world. We are hopeful for his recovery. We look forward to seeing you all in the future."
Christie Brinkley, Joel's ex-wife, recently wished the music star a "full and speedy recovery".
Joel is undergoing treatment and doctors have advised that performing would have an adverse affect on his health at this time.
A statement explained: "Billy Joel has announced that he will be cancelling all scheduled concerts following a recent diagnosis of Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus. This condition has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision and balance."
Billy Joel's family are "hopeful for his recovery".
The 76-year-old star recently cancelled all forthcoming tour dates after being diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus, a rare brain condition caused by a build-up of fluid in the brain, but Joel's family is trying to remain optimistic.
Alongside a family photo, his wife Alexis said on Instagram: "Thank you for the outpouring of love and support. We are so grateful for the wonderful care and swift diagnosis we received.
"Bill is beloved by so many, and to us, he is a father and husband who is at the center of our world. We are hopeful for his recovery. We look forward to seeing you all in the future."
Christie Brinkley, Joel's ex-wife, recently wished the music star a "full and speedy recovery".
Joel is undergoing treatment and doctors have advised that performing would have an adverse affect on his health at this time.
A statement explained: "Billy Joel has announced that he will be cancelling all scheduled concerts following a recent diagnosis of Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus. This condition has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision and balance."
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