Billy Joel's daughter, Alexa Ray Joel, shared a heartfelt tribute to her father after he was diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus, a condition that prompted the cancellation of his concerts. Alexa praised her father's strength and resilience, expressing gratitude for the support from fans. This serious brain condition can impact cognitive functions and is treatable, but it has worsened due to recent performances. Joel's health team stated he must refrain from performing as he undergoes physical therapy to recover, and he expressed regret for disappointing his audience during this challenging time.
We love you and we got you, Pop. My Dad is the strongest and most resilient man I've ever known... and he's entirely committed to making a full recovery.
Normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) is a condition that happens when cerebrospinal fluid builds up inside your skull and presses on your brain.
This condition has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision and balance. Billy is undergoing specific physical therapy and has been advised to refrain from performing.
I'm sincerely sorry to disappoint our audience, and thank you for understanding.
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