What’s the Brain Disorder Forcing Billy Joel to Cancel His Tour? An Expert Explains

rollingstone.comPublished: 5/23/2025

Summary

Billy Joel has withdrawn all remaining 2025 tour dates due to a diagnosis of normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), which affects cognitive functions such as hearing and vision, along with physical abilities like balance and coordination. Despite undergoing specialized physical therapy, his career prospects for the future remain uncertain given the condition's nature.