Billy Joel’s Wife Provides Health Update After Singer Cancels Tour Dates
Billy Joel’s wife, Alexis Roderick Joel, has expressed hope for her husband’s recovery after the singer-songwriter was diagnosed with a rare brain disorder. According to a statement posted on Billy’s official Instagram account, the 76-year-old musician has been diagnosed with Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH), a condition caused by excess cerebrospinal fluid building up in the brain’s ventricles.
The diagnosis has led to Billy canceling all his upcoming performances and tour dates across the US and UK. In a statement, the singer’s team revealed that the 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.
In an Instagram post showing Billy and Alexis posing with their two daughters, Della Rose and Remy Anne, Alexis wrote: "Thank you for the outpouring of love and support. We are so grateful for the wonderful care and swift diagnosis we received. Bill is beloved by so many, and to us, he is a father and husband who is at the center of our world. We are hopeful for his recovery. We look forward to seeing you all in the future." The post was reported by The Independent.
Billy, who has been married to Alexis since 2015, has been touring the US since the conclusion of his record-breaking, 10-year Madison Square Garden residency in July 2024. The affected tour dates were originally scheduled to begin in Milwaukee on April 26 and would have run until a show in Charlotte next July 3. The canceled tour dates include two UK shows set for next June, which would have taken place in Edinburgh and Liverpool.
Fans who bought tickets to any of the star’s canceled shows will receive automatic refunds via their original payment method. Billy has been open about his health issues, and in a statement, he said: "I’m sincerely sorry to disappoint our audience, and thank you for understanding." According to The Independent, Billy’s team has assured fans that he is grateful for their support during this time and looks forward to the day when he can once again take the stage.
The singer’s recent health issues have come as a shock to fans, especially since he released his first new original song in decades, "Turn the Lights Back On," in February. The track was produced by Freddy Wexler, who also co-wrote the song with Billy, Arthur Bacon, and Wayne Hector. As reported by The Independent, Billy’s diagnosis and subsequent cancellation of tour dates have sparked an outpouring of support from fans, with many taking to social media to express their well-wishes for his recovery.
In a statement, Billy’s team said: "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." The Independent has been providing updates on Billy Joel’s health and is committed to bringing readers the latest news on his recovery.
