"I'm Still Kickin', Piano Man!" Billy Joel's Health Update: No Sign of Quitting
Singer Billy Joel shares latest health status
Hear ye, hear ye! The Piano Man ain't goin' anywhere! Legendary musician Billy Joel, aged 76, recently had to scrap all his upcoming gigs due to medical matters, but don't fret - he's adamant he ain't kickin' the bucket just yet. Renowned radio personality Howard Stern shared an update from Joel himself on his show, assuring fans that he's ready to rock 'n' roll once he's good to go!
All Gigs Postponed
About two smoking weeks ago, Joel's management announced that it's curtains for all concerts, due to age-related hydrocephalus[1][2][3]. Reportedly, his latest live performances took a toll on his health, worsening his hearing, vision, and balance problems. To get his mojo back, the rockstar's currently undergoing some fancy physical therapy prescribed by his physician and has been ordered not to perform while on the mend.
Stern Shares a Refreshing Update
According to Stern's chat with Joel, he said, "Hey, go ahead and let 'em know I ain't dyin'." Seems like the Piano Man's spirit is high despite the hurdles.
Brain Condition Forces the Pause
The cause behind Joel's health struggles is a condition known as normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), which primarily afflicts older adults, causing symptoms such as hearing, vision, and balance problems[1][2][3]. No surprise, Billy's not alone – other famous victims include pays like Lawrence Robinson and jazz musician Thad Jones.
Joel's no stranger to health concerns – in 2016, he underwent a successful heart procedure[4]. Although he's shaken up by NPH, sources close to the man himself indicate that he's far from retiring and plans on getting back on that stage once his recovery is complete[1][3].
Fan Love and Support
Just three days after Joel's diagnosis went public, his wife, Alexis Roderick, took to Instagram to thank fans for their support[5]. "Bill's loved by a ton of people, and to us, he's our old man, our hubby," the 43-year-old wrote. "We hope he recovers, and we can't wait to see y'all again in the future."
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Footnotes
[1] neuro.org/brain-conditions/normal-pressure-hydrocephalus[2] mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hydrocephalus/symptoms-causes/syc-20372784[3] cnn.com/2020/10/23/entertainment/billy-joel-health-hydrocephalus-trnd/index.html[4] cnn.com/2016/05/27/entertainment/billy-joel-heart-surgery-concert/index.html[5] eonline.com/news/1152024/billy-joel-has-been-diagnosed-with-hydrocephalus-his-wife-announces-on-instagram
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- Billy Joel's unprecedented resilience in the face of health challenges stands as an inspiring testament to the indomitable spirit of a pop music legend.
- As part of his recovery, the Piano Man has been advised to engage in activities that promote mental health, such as music therapy, as suggested by his physician.
- The recent setback hasn't dimmed Billy Joel's passion for 'science and health-and-wellness', as evident in his ongoing pursuit of medical treatments and therapies for his condition.
