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Legendary Billy Joel Cancels All Upcoming Concerts due to Rare Brain Disorder

Rana Atef On Friday, legendary singer-songwriter Billy Joel officially canceled all upcoming concerts, including his 2025 major tour, after being diagnosed with a rare neurological condition called normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH). The 76-year-old artist announced the news in a statement released via his official platforms. The statement read: 'This condition has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision and balance,' adding that Joel is currently undergoing physical therapy and has been instructed to take a break from performing. Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH) is an uncommon condition caused by the buildup of cerebrospinal fluid in the brain, often mistaken for normal aging. Dr. Charles Matouk, director of the Yale NPH Program said: 'If Billy Joel's bravery and stardom can help raise awareness, it could lead to earlier diagnoses and better outcomes for many." Known for iconic hits like Piano Man, Big Shot, and Scenes from an Italian Restaurant, Joel spent decades as one of the most successful touring artists in the world. He concluded his 10-year Madison Square Garden residency in 2023, playing over 100 shows to nearly 2 million fans and grossing more than $260 million. His latest performance took place on February 22 at Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut. In March, Joel postponed eight concerts due to medical issues, expressing hopes to return to the stage by July. That is now officially off the table. 'I'm sincerely sorry to disappoint our audience, and thank you for your understanding,' Joel wrote. 'My health must come first.' The canceled tour included joint shows with Rod Stewart, Sting, and Stevie Nicks in stadiums across the US, Canada, and the UK. However, his new documentary titled Billy Joel: And So It Goes is set to premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival on June 4. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies