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Forbes
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Billy Joel's Albums Surge Back To The Charts Following His Major Announcement
Billy Joel's albums The Hits and The Stranger reenter the Billboard 200 after the piano player ... More canceled all upcoming shows following his diagnosis. LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - NOVEMBER 09: Billy Joel performs at Allegiant Stadium on November 09, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by) Billy Joel has been a major touring force for many years, which seems to have appeased many longtime lovers of his work, as he disappointingly no longer releases music as frequently as he once did. Sadly, the superstar is stepping away from all scheduled performances, which have been canceled for the foreseeable future. This sweeping move follows a May announcement revealing that he has been diagnosed with a condition called normal pressure hydrocephalus, which can affect everything from vision and hearing to balance, making it unsafe for him to perform live. Fans of Joel are understandably disappointed they won't be seeing him play anytime soon, but they don't seem to be complaining. Instead, they're showing their love by returning to his music. Just days ago, Joel didn't appear on any Billboard rankings, but following the announcement of his health condition, several of his projects have experienced a resurgence, and they bring him back to the most important albums tally in the United States. Leading the comeback is The Hits, a compilation of Joel's most beloved tunes. The appropriately-titled release returns to the Billboard 200 at No. 178. According to Luminate, the collection moved just under 8,900 equivalent album units in the latest tracking frame. Fewer than 10 spots behind The Hits comes one of Joel's classic studio efforts, The Stranger, which reenters the Billboard 200 at No. 187. The project moved 8,700 equivalent units, with nearly 800 of those coming from pure purchases. Streaming activity appears to have largely made up the rest. Between the two, The Stranger stands out as the greater success on the Billboard 200. It originally peaked at No. 2 and has now spent 139 frames on the list. The album ranks as Joel's second-longest-charting title, behind only The Essential Billy Joel, which — somewhat surprisingly — does not return to the ranking this time around. The Hits, meanwhile, has spent just over half a year on the Billboard 200 since debuting in 2011. The project narrowly managed to become a top 40 success on the competitive list, as it once peaked at No. 34.
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Billy Joel gives health update after being diagnosed with brain condition
Singer Billy Joel recently cancelled his gigs as he announced he was diagnosed with Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH) Billy Joel shared a huge update on his health after he was diagnosed with Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH). Last month, the iconic singer cancelled his gigs due to a diagnosis of the condition that leads to fluid accumulation in the brain. The 76-year-old 'Piano Man' singer was slated to perform at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh on 6 June 2026 and Anfield stadium in Liverpool on 20 June 2026. In a social media update, Billy announced the diagnosis and explained to fans that it causes issues with hearing, vision and balance. And in a new update, his close friend and radio host Howard Stern, 71, revealed that the Piano Man singer is 'doing fine' as he relayed a message from the star. Speaking o his Sirius XM show, The Howard Stern Show, Howard said: "He does have issues, but he said, 'Yeah, you can tell people, I'm not dying'. He wants people to know that." Howard and Joel recently enjoyed a dinner together a few weeks before and the radio presenter said: "He's got to deal with some medical stuff, but he was delightful." He added to co-host Robin Quivers that he had a 'great conversation' with Billy and that the singer 'brought out a guitar' while celebrating Billy's birthday in early May. Last month, Billy announced the cancellation of his gigs in a social media post. He told fans: "Billy Joel has announced that he will be cancelling all scheduled concerts following a recent diagnosis of Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH). "This 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. Billy is thankful for the excellent care he is receiving and is fully committed to prioritising 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." Billy expressed his regret, saying: "I'm sincerely sorry to disappoint our audience, and thank you for understanding." According to the NHS website, NPH is a rare and not well-understood condition that typically affects individuals over 60 years old. Its diagnosis can be challenging as its symptoms – mobility issues and dementia – are often linked with more prevalent conditions such as Alzheimer's disease. Meanwhile, fans who bought tickets to any of the star's cancelled shows will receive automatic refunds via their original payment method.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Billy Joel Tells Howard Stern: 'I'm Not Dying'
Howard Stern revealed a conversation with Billy Joel where the music icon discussed his recent diagnosis of a brain condition. The 76-year-old 'Piano Man' singer recently revealed he was diagnosed with a brain disorder called Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH) and announced while canceling his upcoming concerts for at least four months. NPH is a brain disorder where excess cerebrospinal fluid accumulates in the brain's ventricles. The news has caused fans to worry about Joel's health. More from The Hollywood Reporter ABBA's Björn Ulvaeus on Writing a Musical Assisted by AI and Those Kiss Avatars: SXSW London Diddy Trial Sees Heckler Disrupt Court as Judge Learns Anonymous Witness' Name Leaked Online Heart Band Members Report Stolen Instruments, Offer Reward for Their Return On Tuesday's episode of The Howard Stern Show, the Sirius XM radio host said had dinner with Joel a couple of weeks earlier for the singer's birthday. 'We had dinner together, it went fine,' Stern said. 'He does have issues. But he said to me — so I'm not saying anything crazy — 'Yeah, you can tell people: I'm not dying.' He wants people to know that. He's got to deal with some medical stuff. But he was delightful. We had a great time with the wives. Billy's doing okay.' Two weeks ago, Joel's team posted a statement to his official social media announcing his diagnosis, which explained: 'This 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. Billy 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 added in a statement, 'I'm sincerely sorry to disappoint our audience and thank you for understanding.' Alexis Roderick Joel, the singer's wife, also said in a statement: 'Thank you for the outpouring of love and support. We are so grateful to the wonderful care and swift diagnosis we received. Bill is beloved by 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.' Last year, Joel played the 100th show as part of a decade-long residency at Madison Square Garden. He also performed at the Grammys for the first time in over 20 years. His upcoming tour included 17 shows in stadiums across North America and England. Fans were automatically refunded for the canceled shows. — Jackie Strauss contributed to this report Best of The Hollywood Reporter Most Anticipated Concert Tours of 2025: Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar & SZA, Sabrina Carpenter and More Hollywood's Most Notable Deaths of 2025 Hollywood's Highest-Profile Harris Endorsements: Taylor Swift, George Clooney, Bruce Springsteen and More
New York Post
a day ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Billy Joel insists he's ‘not dying' after brain disorder diagnosis, Howard Stern says
Howard Stern has shared a positive update on Billy Joel's health after the singer's shocking brain disorder diagnosis. On Tuesday, during an episode of SiriusXM's 'The Howard Stern Show,' the 71-year-old shock jock revealed that Joel is 'not dying' after being diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus. 'I saw Billy Joel two weeks ago,' he told co-host Robin Quivers. 'We had dinner together.' 8 8 'Yeah, he does have issues,' Stern continued. 'But he said, 'Yeah, you can tell people, you know, I'm not dying.' You know, he wants people to know that. He just, he's gotta deal with some medical stuff, but he was delightful.' Stern added that he and the 'Piano Man' singer had a 'great conversation' and that he even 'brought out the guitar' to celebrate Joel's 76th birthday, which was on May 9. 'We had a great time with the wives. We had a great conversation,' the Sirius XM host said. 'I was telling him I'm enjoying playing classical music on the guitar.' 8 8 'Then it was his birthday. I even brought out the guitar and sang 'Happy Birthday' to him, then he threw up,' Stern joked. 'He didn't seem real impressed.' Stern's relieving update on Joel's health comes after the 'New York State of Mind' musician revealed that he was diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus last month and canceled all his tour dates through next year. The rare disorder, which reportedly affects about 0.2% of people between the ages of 70 and 80, occurs when cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) builds up inside the skull, presses on the brain and disrupts cognitive functioning. 8 'Billy Joel has announced that he will be cancelling all scheduled concerts following a recent diagnosis of Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH),' the 'Only the Good Die Young' crooner's team said in a lengthy Instagram announcement on May 23. 'This condition has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision, and balance,' it continued. 'Under his doctor's instructions, Billy is undergoing specific physical therapy and has been advised to refrain from performing during this recovery period.' 'I'm sincerely sorry to disappoint our audience,' Joel added, 'and thank you for understanding.' 8 Joel's wife, Alexis Roderick Joel, 43, broke her silence on her famous hubby's startling diagnosis days later. 'Thank you for the outpouring of love and support,' she wrote on his Instagram account alongside a shot of herself, Joel, and their daughters Della, 9, and Remy, 7. '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,' she added. 'We are hopeful for his recovery. We look forward to seeing you all in the future.' 8 Despite the 'Scenes From an Italian Restaurant' music legend's health issues, sources close to Joel insisted he is 'not ready to retire.' 'He is happiest while performing,' a music industry insider told People last week. 'Music is, has been and will always be his life. He's not ready to retire.' 'He is not retiring and hopes to be able to resume performing as his recovery progresses,' another insider told the outlet. However, The Post exclusively reported that Joel will not be attending the Tribeca Festival opening night world premiere of his new documentary, 'Billy Joel: And So It Goes,' on Wednesday, June 4, in the wake of his diagnosis. 8 'Our hearts are with Billy Joel and his family following today's announcement,' the film festival's co-founders, Jane Rosenthal and Robert De Niro, said in a statement. 'We send our love and full support and wish him strength and a healthy recovery.' 'We're deeply honored that this year's Opening Night celebrates his remarkable legacy and enduring influence on New York's cultural landscape,' they added. 'This is the perfect moment to recognize a creative force whose work reflects the very soul of our city – and the heart of Tribeca.'
Metro
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Billy Joel, 76, adamant he is 'not dying' after brain condition diagnosis
Billy Joel has insisted that he's 'not dying' after being diagnosed with a brain condition. Last month, the 76-year-old announced that he would be cancelling his planned tour on doctor's orders, following his health battle with Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus. It was also confirmed that the Piano Man singer – who suffered a painful fall on stage in February – was pulling out of the world premiere for his documentary, Billy Joel: And So It Goes, at Tribeca Film Festival this evening. Fans were quick to offer him their support over the news, and he has now issued a defiant response via pal Howard Stern. On the latest episode of the Howard Stern Show, on SiriusXM, the presenter gave listeners an update days after the pair met for dinner. 'He does have issues, but he said, 'Yeah, you can tell people, I'm not dying',' the host declared said. 'He wants people to know that. He's got to deal with some medical stuff, but he was delightful.' According to the NHS, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH) is an uncommon condition that mostly affects people over the age of 60. Symptoms include mobility problems and dementia meaning the condition can sometimes be hard to diagnose, as these are also associated with more common conditions such as Alzheimer's disease. Billy's team shared the news with a statement on his Instagram page at the end of May, which read: 'Billy Joel has announced that he will be cancelling all scheduled concerts following a recent diagnosis of Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH). 'This 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. 'Billy 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.' To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Billy added in a message: 'I'm sincerely sorry to disappoint our audience, and thank you for understanding.' The music legend began his career in the 60s, and has been a staple of the industry ever since – with hits including She's Always a Woman, My Life, and We Didn't Start the Fire. His career is the focus of an upcoming documentary, Billy Joel: And So It Goes, which will be premiering on HBO Max later in the year. He was due to attend the Tribeca Film Festival opening night gala premiere of the special this evening in Manhattan, but has been forced to sit the event out to focus on his health. Tribeca co-founders Robert De Niro and Jane Rosenthal recently issued a joint statement on the news, adding: 'Our hearts are with Billy Joel and his family following today's announcement. More Trending 'As a New York icon and global music legend, he has profoundly shaped the cultural fabric of this city and touched audiences around the world. We send our love and full support and wish him strength and a healthy recovery. 'We're deeply honored that this year's Opening Night celebrates his remarkable legacy and enduring influence on New York's cultural landscape. 'This is the perfect moment to recognize a creative force whose work reflects the very soul of our city – and the heart of Tribeca.' Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Sabrina Carpenter fans convinced she's taking aim at ex Barry Keoghan in new song MORE: Kylie Jenner reveals details of her boob job – here's what no one's talking about MORE: Jonathan Joss' husband says he 'held his face together' in his final moments
