NEW YORK (AP) — Billy Joel has canceled all his upcoming concert events throughout North America and England after being identified with fluid buildup in his mind that has affected his “hearing, vision and balance.”
Joel revealed on Instagram that he has Regular Strain Hydrocephalus, “a brain disorder that can affect brain-related abilities, including thinking and concentrating, memory, movement and more,” the Cleveland Clinic says.
“This condition has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision and balance,” in response to an announcement from Joel’s group. “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 accompanying assertion, Joel stated, “I’m sincerely sorry to disappoint our audience, and thank you for understanding.”
In March, “The Piano Man” and “Uptown Girl” singer introduced that he underwent surgical procedure and needed to bear bodily remedy. An announcement on the time stated medical doctors anticipated him to make a full restoration. It’s unclear if his medical points on the time have been associated to Regular Strain Hydrocephalus.
The situation could cause issues with strolling, bladder management and considering, with signs worsening if left untreated. It’s comparatively uncommon and could be onerous to diagnose. It may be handled efficiently with surgical procedure to put in a tube to empty extra fluid. Sufferers might have bodily remedy along with surgical procedure.
Joel, 76, wrapped up his decadelong residency at Madison Sq. Backyard in July 2024 and continued to tour. His deliberate summer time stops included exhibits at Yankee Stadium and Citi Subject in New York, and MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Tickets for all of the exhibits can be refunded.
