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Billy Joel’s Health Battle Forces Cancellation Of 17-Show Tour Across U.S. and U.K.
Following his diagnosis of a brain condition that is most common in those 65 and older, singer Billy Joel has cancelled all of his scheduled performances.
After physicians advised him to cease performing live, the 76-year-old has cancelled 17 appearances in 2025 and 2026, including two in the UK.
Fans of Joel, who is well-known for hits including “Piano Man,” “Uptown Girl,” and “We Didn’t Start the Fire,” will be saddened by the news, but it is crucial that he now gets the care he requires.
According to the Cleveland Clinic, the New Yorker has been diagnosed with Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH), a disorder that affects roughly 0.2 percent of persons between the ages of 70 and 80.
On Friday, May 23, Joel’s team posted a message on Instagram that included specifics about his condition.
It 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.”
“I’m sincerely sorry to disappoint our audience and thank you for understanding,” the performer said.
Symptoms of Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH)
According to the Cleveland Clinic, signs of NPH include difficulty raising your feet, shorter, unstable steps, and frozen or shaky walking.
Slowness of the mind and body, memory issues, emotional behavioural changes, and even erectile dysfunction are other signs.
What causes NPH?
According to the Cleveland Clinic, there might even be a link to brain disorders including dementia and Alzheimer’s.
The health site states, “Researchers are continuing to explore exactly how and why NPH happens and whether or not other conditions can contribute to it. Answers to those questions could eventually help prevent or better treat this condition.”
NPH can also be brought on by illnesses such brain tumours, brain aneurysms, brain infections, and strokes.
Fortunately, there are many ways to treat NPH, including surgery to reduce symptoms with a device called a shunt.
Medication of any kind is rarely used to treat NPH.
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