Billy Joel cancels all scheduled concerts due to diagnosis with brain disorder

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Friday, May 23, 2025 5:08PM
Billy Joel cancels all concerts through 2026 after brain disorder diagnosis
Billy Joel is cancelling all scheduled concerts through July 2026 after being diagnosed with a brain disorder called normal pressure hydrocephalus.

NEW YORK -- Billy Joel has canceled all of his scheduled concerts due to a recently diagnosed health condition.

The 76-year-old said in a social media post that he has been diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus, or NPH.

The post said the condition was exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision and balance.

Joel is undergoing physical therapy and has been advised not to perform during his recovery, the post said.

"Billy is thankful for the excellent care he is receiving and is fully committed to prioritizing his health," the post said. "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."

Those who have tickets to upcoming shows will be refunded.

In March, Joel postponed his tour after undergoing an unspecified surgery.

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