Overview

• In May, Joel revealed a diagnosis of normal pressure hydrocephalus after experiencing hearing, vision and balance issues that were worsened by recent performances.
• He canceled all scheduled tour dates through next year and is undergoing targeted physical therapy under doctors’ instructions.
• Howard Stern relayed from a recent birthday dinner that Joel told fans, “I’m not dying,” and remains focused on addressing his medical needs.
• Joel was absent from the June 4 premiere of his documentary at Tribeca, where co-director Susan Lacy conveyed his quip that aging beats getting cremated.
• Family members including wife Alexis Roderick and daughter Alexa Ray Joel publicly thanked supporters and expressed confidence in his full recovery.