Overview

• The 76-year-old singer announced he would cancel all scheduled North American and UK concerts through July 2026 following his May 2025 diagnosis of normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH).
• Medical statements indicate that recent shows have exacerbated excess cerebrospinal fluid buildup, leading to worsening hearing, vision and balance issues.
• Under his doctor's guidance, Joel is undergoing specialized physical therapy and has been advised to refrain from live performances during his recovery period.
• Family members including his wife Alexis Roderick, ex-wife Christie Brinkley and daughter Alexa Ray have praised his resilience and thanked fans for their support.
• NPH is often misdiagnosed as dementia but is treatable and sometimes reversible through interventions such as spinal taps or shunt surgery.