NBC News: Billy Joel cancels U.S. tour dates after being diagnosed with brain disorder
NBC News - Billy Joel cancels U.S. tour dates after being diagnosed with brain disorder
Joel announced he was diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus.
May 23, 2025, 12:52 PM EDT / Updated May 23, 2025, 1:06 PM EDT
By Minyvonne Burke
Billy Joel canceled his upcoming concerts following a recent diagnosis of normal pressure hydrocephalus.
The announcement was made Friday in a statement shared across his social media accounts.
The statement said the condition has been "exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision and balance," the statement read.
The "Piano Man" singer, 76, is currently receiving treatment.
"Under his doctors instructions, Billy is undergoing specific physical therapy and has been advised to refrain from performing during this recovery period," the statement said. "Billy is thankful for the excellent care he is receiving and is fully committed to prioritizing his health."
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