Overview

• An Instagram video of July 21 captures Joel, 76, revealing himself in a car window to a pedicab driver playing his 1976 hit “New York State of Mind.”
• He suspended live performances in May after disclosing a normal pressure hydrocephalus diagnosis and is now undergoing specialized physical therapy to address balance issues.
• On the July 21 episode of Bill Maher’s podcast, Joel said he feels “fine” despite acknowledging “my balance sucks” and likening it to “being on a boat.”
• The unexpected encounter generated widespread fan support and underscored his enduring bond with New York City audiences.
• Part two of the HBO documentary “Billy Joel: And So It Goes” premieres on July 25, offering deeper insight into his personal and professional journey.