Billy Joel has announced the cancellation of 17 shows he booked at stadiums across North America and England, due to his recent diagnosis of Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH).
In a statement, Joel and his team said the condition had been exacerbated by recent concert performances, “leading to problems with hearing, vision, and balance.” Under his doctor’s orders, Joel is said to be undergoing “specific physical therapy and has been advised to refrain from performing during this recovery period.”
“I’m sincerely sorry to disappoint our audience, and thank you for understanding,” said Joel.
The statement concludes with Joel and his team sharing gratitude “for the support from fans during this time and looks forward to the day when he can once again take the stage.” Information on ticket refunds is also included, with refunds automatically being processed back to the original payment used for the purchase.
More to come…
