24-05-2025
Billy Joel cancels shows due to a brain disorder. Here's what to know.
Billy Joel has canceled all of his scheduled performances in the United States and Britain because of a brain disorder called normal pressure hydrocephalus, according to a statement posted Friday on the singer's social media accounts.
Hydrocephalus refers to the buildup of cerebrospinal fluid, a watery liquid that cushions the brain and spinal cord. With normal pressure hydrocephalus, the fluid accumulates gradually with little to no increase in intracranial pressure. The excess cerebrospinal fluid presses on the brain and can disrupt neural pathways, causing cognitive impairments, difficulty walking and a loss of bladder control.
