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Yahoo
a day ago
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Billy Joel likens his neurological disorder to ‘being in a boat,' says he feels ‘good' nonetheless
Billy Joel is sharing a health update months after the cancellation of his tour, which was the result of his being diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), a condition that affects the brain. Joel offered the update during Monday's episode of Bill Maher's 'Club Random' podcast, saying that while the condition is 'not fixed' and 'still being worked on,' overall he feels 'fine.' 'My balance sucks. It's like being on a boat,' Joel said, later adding, 'I feel good. I think they keep referring to what I have as a brain disorder, so it sounds a lot worse than what I'm feeling.' Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus is a 'very rare condition' that 'occurs when a person has too much fluid in the brain,' according to Yale Medicine. Fewer than 3% of adults over the age of 65 are diagnosed with NPH, and it affects men and women equally. Joel announced in May that his tour dates had been canceled so that he could seek treatment for NPH, saying in a statement at the time that the condition 'has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision, and balance.' 'Under his doctor's instructions, Billy is undergoing specific physical therapy and has been advised to refrain from performing during this recovery period,' the statement read. 'Billy is thankful for the excellent care he is receiving and is fully committed to prioritizing his health.' Joel's announcement in May came after he previously postponed eight tour dates so that he could focus on recovering from recent surgery. Last week, a new documentary about Joel's early years and career debuted on HBO Max. Titled 'Billy Joel: And So It Goes,' the doc covers Joel's beginnings and early musical partnerships, and also goes in depth into some of his personal struggles. (CNN and HBO Max share the same parent company, Warner Brothers Discovery.)
Los Angeles Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Billy Joel shares encouraging update after brain disorder diagnosis
Billy Joel reassured fans about his health on Monday. The 76-year-old musician had previously canceled all of his scheduled concerts after announcing in May that he was diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH). NPH occurs when excess cerebrospinal fluid accumulates in the brain's ventricles, with patients experiencing cognitive decline, difficulty walking and urinary incontinence, according to the Alzheimer's Assn. Joel's recent concert performances worsened his symptoms, leading to hearing, vision and balance problems, he shared in a May 23 statement. While on Bill Maher's podcast, 'Club Random,' the 'Piano Man' crooner said he often feels like he's on a boat, but otherwise, he's doing just fine. 'I feel good,' Joel said, seated at a piano. 'They keep referring to what I have as a brain disorder so it sounds a lot worse than what I'm feeling.' Joel noted that the condition is idiopathic, meaning no one knows the cause. 'I thought it must be from drinking,' he said, adding that he doesn't drink anymore. 'I used to, like a fish.' Joel finished his decade-long residency at Madison Square Garden in July 2024 after 104 monthly shows at the venue. His now-canceled tour included dates across the U.S. and performances with Stevie Nicks, Rod Stewart and Sting. The first installment of Joel's documentary, 'Billy Joel: And So It Goes,' premiered Friday on HBO. The two-part series takes a deep dive into the pianist's journey from a bullied kid in Long Island to a legendary hitmaker, and features appearances from Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen, Pink and Sting. Part 1 'is notable in how it reframes the narrative around his relationship with his former wife and manager Elizabeth Weber, explaining how she was instrumental in guiding his career and helping him become a superstar — and how songs like 'Big Shot' and 'Stiletto' were inspired by the rocky times in their marriage,' wrote Times television editor Maira Garcia. 'It's a compelling and nuanced portrait of an imperfect person who created timeless music and whose influence continues to reverberate.' Part 2 of 'And So It Goes' premieres Friday on HBO and HBO Max.
Toronto Sun
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Toronto Sun
Must-see TV: ‘Billy Joel: And So It Goes' doc and MLB All-Star Game top this week's watch list
Get the latest from Mark Daniell straight to your inbox Billy Joel performs during a concert at the Formula One Grand Prix at Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas on Oct. 23, 2021. Photo by SUZANNE CORDEIRO / AFP via Getty Images Billy Joel: And So It Goes Part One With unprecedented access to never-before-seen performances, home movies, and personal photographs, along with intimate one-on-one interviews, the two-part documentary explores the life and work of music icon Billy Joel. When: Friday on Crave This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. 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News18
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
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Billy Joel Gets Candid In ‘And So It Goes' Trailer: ‘Music Saved My Life'
Last Updated: The trailer features archival footage of Billy Joel performing across different stages of his decades-long career, interwoven with family photographs and personal home videos. Billy Joel, fondly known as the Piano Man, has been more than just a chart-topping artist. Throughout his career, Billy Joel has masterfully woven stories of love and loss into timeless melodies. Now, the upcoming HBO documentary, Billy Joel: And So It Goes, promises to delve deeper, offering an intimate portrait of the man behind the music. In the trailer, Billy Joel is seen reflecting candidly on his journey—his life, his career, and the music that defined generations. 'Sometimes it's alien to me—this guy, Billy Joel. I don't know who that is, or what that is," says the 76-year-old musician in the trailer, his voice playing over a montage of performances from across his career. 'I'm reminded of it when I go walking on the street. Oh, right, I'm that guy," he adds. The documentary offers a deeper, more personal exploration of Billy Joel's life and career. It gives fans a chance to hear him speak candidly about his childhood, the formative experiences that shaped his music and the early challenges he faced breaking into the industry. It also sheds light on his personal relationships and marriages, painting a fuller picture of the man behind the music. The trailer is rich with nostalgia, featuring archival footage of Billy performing across the decades, interspersed with family photos and home videos. It's set to the soundtrack of some of his most iconic hits, including Big Shot, Uptown Girl, My Life and Vienna. Adding to the documentary's emotional weight are appearances by legendary artists such as Paul McCartney, Pink and Bruce Springsteen. In one standout moment from the trailer, Springsteen pays a tribute to Joel, saying, 'Billy's melodies are better than mine." Beyond celebrating Billy Joel's career, the documentary also confronts some of the darkest chapters of his life. It revisits the near-fatal motorcycle crash he survived in 1982, along with his two suicide attempts. 'I learnt that life is a fight. I think music saved my life. It gave me a reason to live," he shares in the trailer. He reflects on how every hardship, every moment of struggle, has ultimately been channelled into his music. Billy Joel: And So It Goes had its world premiere at the Tribeca Festival in New York City on June 4, 2025. The event, however, took place without the legendary musician in attendance, as Billy later revealed he had been diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus. The two-part documentary is scheduled to debut on HBO Max, with the first instalment airing on Friday, July 18, followed by the second part on July 25. First Published: July 12, 2025, 18:19 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Billy Joel shares 1st message to fans since brain disorder diagnosis
Billy Joel is sharing a message with fans for the first time since revealing he was diagnosed with a rare brain condition called normal pressure hydrocephalus. Susan Lacy and Jessica Levin, the directors of Joel's new documentary, "Billy Joel: And So It Goes," passed along the 76-year-old's message at the film's world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York City on Wednesday. "Getting old sucks, but it's still preferable to getting cremated," Joel's note to fans stated. Lacy added that Joel is determined to return and "will be back." The "Piano Man" singer-songwriter announced in late May that he would be canceling his scheduled concerts under doctor's orders as a result of his diagnosis. "This condition has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision, and balance," his team said in a statement on Joel's Instagram page at the time. "Under his doctor's instructions, Billy is undergoing specific physical therapy and has been advised to refrain from performing during this recovery period." Billy Joel cancels all scheduled concerts due to diagnosis with normal pressure hydrocephalus Normal pressure hydrocephalus is one of two types of hydrocephalus, an "abnormal buildup of cerebrospinal fluid deep within the brain," according to the U.S. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. Cerebrospinal fluid is the fluid that lives in the ventricles, or cavities, of the brain that helps cushion the brain and the spinal cord. When the flow of CSF is somehow blocked and fluid builds up in the ventricles, it causes normal pressure hydrocephalus, according to the agency. The extra fluid in the brain can cause pressure and lead to brain damage, as well as issues with walking, bladder control and thinking and reasoning. The May announcement followed an earlier postponement of Joel's tour in March, which had initially been scheduled to resume in July. At the time, Joel said in a statement on social media that he had a medical condition and he was recovering from surgery, would undergo physical therapy and was expected to make a full recovery. Billy Joel documentary kicks off Tribeca Film Festival "While I regret postponing any shows, my health must come first," he said then. "I look forward to getting back on stage and sharing the joy of live music with our amazing fans. Thank you for your understanding." The "Billy Joel: And So It Goes" documentary features never-before-seen footage of some of Joel's performances and offers fans a glimpse into the legendary artist's private life through home videos and more. The documentary will air later this summer on HBO and will be available to stream on Max. Billy Joel shares 1st message to fans since brain disorder diagnosis originally appeared on
