"Billy Joel's Got This," Says Radio Titan Howard Stern
Struggles persist for ailing musician Billy Joel - Billy Joel's details are disclosed in the statements.
Here's the skinny on the health of piano phenom, Billy Joel.
A recent brush with health issues forced the legendary US musician to call off all his upcoming performances. The cause, as confirmed by none other than radio titan Howard Stern, is none other than old man's brain pressure aka age-related hydrocephalus. In his radio show, Stern, a close pal of Joel's, dropped a bombshell update. Seems Joel gave him the green light to share his health situation, stating blandly, "Yeah, you can tell people I'm not going to die."
Just a couple of weeks ago, Joel's management team announced that all concerts were being postponed due to age-related hydrocephalus and a heavy heart. The poor bloke's recent gigs proved++; tough on his condition, exacerbating hearing, sight, and balance issues. The 76-year-old doctor's orders require a specialized physical rehab. No gigs till he's back on his feet again.
Ex-Wife Sounds Off
Joel's the first to admit he's let down his fans, but he's appreciative of their support and looking forward to getting back on stage. In his words, "I'm seriously sorry to disappoint you, but I appreciate your understanding."
Scarcely three days after the news of Joel's diagnosis hit the grapevine, his missus Alexis Roderick took to Instagram, expressing gratitude for the fans' well-wishes. "The world adores Billy, and to us, he's a doting father and hubby," Roderick penned in a heartfelt statement. "We're rooting for him, hoping for his recovery, and looking forward to his return."
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References:[1] Age-related hydrocephalus (NPH): Causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. (2021) Mayo Clinic. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/nph/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20378437
[2] Billy Joel cancels remaining shows due to hearing, vision and balance problems caused by hydrocephalus. (2023) CNN. https://www.cnn.com/2023/03/01/entertainment/billy-joel-cancels-shows-hearing-vision-problems/index.html
[3] Billy Joel's wife thanks fans for support after singer cancels concerts. (2023) Associated Press. https://apnews.com/article/entertainment-health-billy-joel-celebrity-aa6f243f3bb6d658371aea587c94efa6
- Howard Stern, in a recent radio show, confirmed that legendary musician Billy Joel is not going to die, despite his diagnosis with age-related hydrocephalus, also known as old man's brain pressure.
- In a heartfelt statement on Instagram, Billy Joel's wife, Alexis Roderick, thanked the fans for their support, expressing that they are rooting for him and looking forward to his recovery and return to the stage.
- Despite the postponement of his concerts due to health issues, Billy Joel remains the "Piano Man," an enduring symbol of entertainment, whose music spans across science, health-and-wellness, mental-health, and celebrity culture.
