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Time of India
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Billy Joel cancels all tour dates after brain disorder diagnosis. Here's what happened to the 'Piano Man'
What is NPH? Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Legendary singer-songwriter Billy Joel has announced the cancellation of all upcoming concerts due to a serious health condition affecting his brain. The 76-year-old music icon revealed on Friday that he has been diagnosed with Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus NPH ) — a neurological disorder caused by excess cerebrospinal fluid accumulating in the brain's to a statement posted on Joel's official website and social media, the condition has been worsened by recent performances, resulting in issues with hearing, vision, and balance.'Under his doctor's instructions, Billy is undergoing physical therapy and has been advised to refrain from performing during this recovery period,' the statement said. Joel added personally, 'I'm sincerely sorry to disappoint our audience, and thank you for your understanding.'The decision affects an ambitious global tour that included stadium shows across the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada, originally scheduled to run through July 2026. Automatic refunds will be issued for all ticket holders, the statement Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH) is a rare but serious condition that mimics dementia and affects mobility and cognition. According to the Alzheimer's Association, it can often be misdiagnosed but is sometimes treatable with surgical intervention or had already postponed several shows earlier this year following surgery and a doctor's recommendation for rest and physical rehabilitation. He had hoped to resume performances in Pittsburgh this for timeless hits such as 'Piano Man,' 'Uptown Girl,' 'Scenes From an Italian Restaurant,' and 'We Didn't Start the Fire,' Joel has been a constant presence in popular music since the 1970s. His Madison Square Garden residency, which ended last year after over 100 sold-out shows, drew nearly 2 million fans and grossed over $260 most recent performance took place on February 22 at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut. That night, his encore featured fan favorites, closing with 'You May Be Right.'Despite the setback, Joel remains in the public eye. A new documentary, 'Billy Joel: And So It Goes,' will premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival on June 4, offering a deep look at his storied career and personal known for hits like "Piano Man" and "Uptown Girl", ended his record-breaking monthly Madison Square Garden residency - which had begun in 2014 - last year.
CTV News
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Billy Joel cancels all scheduled shows due to brain disorder diagnosis
Billy Joel arrives at the 66th annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 4, 2024, in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP) Billy Joel is cancelling all scheduled concerts following a recent diagnosis of Pressure Hydrocephalus, a brain disorder associated with excess fluid in the brain. 'This condition has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision, and balance,' reads a statement posted on his social media account. This is a breaking news update. More details to come.
