Billy Joel Cancels Tour After Brain Condition Diagnosis
By I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
TUESDAY, May 27, 2025 — Music legend Billy Joel has canceled tour dates through July 2026 after being diagnosed with a brain condition called normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH).
The 76-year-old singer announced Friday that his condition had worsened with recent performances, affecting his hearing, vision and balance, CBS News reported.
"I'm sincerely sorry to disappoint our audience, and thank you for understanding," Joel said in a statement.
Doctors have advised him to stop performing for now and begin physical therapy. Joel said he’s hopeful he’ll return to the stage when he feels better.
Fans who bought tickets for any upcoming performances will receive automatic refunds.
Joel was originally scheduled to begin a new round of shows in July in Pittsburgh, with other stops across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. He was set to perform with stars like Stevie Nicks, Rod Stewart and Sting, CBS News said.
NPH is a rare condition in which extra fluid builds up in or around the brain, putting pressure on brain tissue. This can lead to "trouble thinking, trouble walking and trouble with urinary incontinence," CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook said.
"Usually, it just comes out of the blue. We really don't know why," LaPook said.
The condition mostly affects older adults. The Cleveland Clinic says it affects about 0.2% of people in their 70s, and nearly 6% of those over 80.
"Getting prompt diagnosis and treatment helps improve your chances of a good outcome," Johns Hopkins notes on its website.
Sources
- CBS News, May 23, 2025
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Posted May 2025
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