Billy Joel Opens Up About NPH Health Struggles
Joel says the procedure eased symptoms that led to canceled shows, and he is now doing physical therapy and following doctors’ advice.
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Billy Joel Says Playing Loud Rock Concerts May Have Damaged His Brain, Reveals Surgery Details
Turns out the same career that made Billy Joel a legend may also be the reason he ended up in surgery, according to what he revealed in a new interview. Billy Joel opened up about the health condition that prompted him to cancel his tour, revealing in a recent interview...
Billy Joel Opens Up About NPH Health Struggles
The Piano Man is taking a break from the keys — and for good reason. Hamptons homeowner Billy Joel is opening up about his health, revealing new details about his diagnosis of normal pressure hydrocephalus, or NPH. The 77-year-old shared an update on his self-titled SiriusXM show, which returned for the month of September.…
Billy Joel Brain Surgery: Shunt Implanted After Concerts
Billy Joel, 77, revealed he had a shunt implanted in his brain to treat a fluid-buildup disorder, a condition his doctors linked directly to decades of performing rock music at high volume. The "Piano Man" singer broke the news on his SiriusXM radio channel, telling listeners he was diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus in May […]
Billy Joel speaks out after brain surgery and gives major health update
Legendary musician Billy Joel addressed fans on his SiriusXM channel, speaking in detail for the first time about the health crisis that forced him to step away from the stage and telling them not to worry. "I know people have heard, 'Oh, he's got a brain disorder,' and I'm okay. I just want people to know, don't worry about me," he said. He confirmed that he underwent brain surgery and had a shunt implanted to reduce the symptoms of normal pres…
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