• News
  • Film and TV
  • Music
  • Tech
  • Features
  • Celebrity
  • Politics
  • Weird
  • Community
  • Advertise
  • Terms
  • Privacy & Cookies
  • LADbible Group
  • LADbible
  • SPORTbible
  • GAMINGbible
  • Tyla
  • UNILAD Tech
  • FOODbible
  • License Our Content
  • About Us & Contact
  • Jobs
  • Latest
  • Topics A-Z
  • Authors
Facebook
Instagram
X
Threads
TikTok
YouTube
Submit Your Content
Billy Joel's wife breaks silence on husband's brain disorder with emotional message to fans

Home> Music> News

Published 10:12 27 May 2025 GMT+1

Billy Joel's wife breaks silence on husband's brain disorder with emotional message to fans

Alexis Roderick Joel has issued a statement following the reaction of fans to the cancelation of her husband's upcoming concerts

Joe Yates

Joe Yates

Billy Joel's wife has spoken out to address fans after the singer was forced to cancel all his remaining concerts.

Last week, the 76-year-old's reps announced to the world that the 'Piano Man' singer had been diagnosed with a chronic brain condition, before axing the 17 upcoming shows he had spread across 2025 and 2026.

The 'We Didn't Start the Fire' hitmaker has been diagnosed with Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH), a rare disorder that affects just 0.2 percent of people in their 70s.

Advert

"Billy Joel has announced that he will be cancelling all scheduled concerts following a recent diagnosis of Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH)," the initial announcement on Instagram read.

"This condition has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision, and balance. Under his doctor's instructions, Billy is undergoing specific physical therapy and has been advised to refrain from performing during this recovery period.

Billy Joel pictured in February last year with wife Alexis Roderick Joel, and their two daughters Remy Anne and Della Rose (ROBYN BECK/AFP via Getty Images)
Billy Joel pictured in February last year with wife Alexis Roderick Joel, and their two daughters Remy Anne and Della Rose (ROBYN BECK/AFP via Getty Images)

"Billy is thankful for the excellent care he is receiving and is fully committed to prioritizing his health. He is grateful for the support from fans during this time and looks forward to the day when he can once again take the stage."

Advert

The statement concluded with a message from Joel himself, which read: "I’m sincerely sorry to disappoint our audience and thank you for understanding."

Now, the singer's wife Alexis Roderick Joel, who is 33 years his junior, took to his Instagram page yesterday (May 26) to thank fans for their support.

Posting a picture of herself, Joel and their two young daughters, the 43-year-old said in the caption: "Thank you for the outpouring of love and support. We are so grateful for the wonderful care and swift diagnosis we received.

"Bill is beloved by so many, and to us, he is a father and husband who is at the center of our world. We are hopeful for his recovery. We look forward to seeing you all in the future."

Advert

Billy Joel's wife Alexis Roderick Joel shared this picture with his fans, which includes her alongside the singer and their two kids, thanking them for their support (Instagram/@billyjoel)
Billy Joel's wife Alexis Roderick Joel shared this picture with his fans, which includes her alongside the singer and their two kids, thanking them for their support (Instagram/@billyjoel)

Cleveland Clinic reports that the symptoms of NPH include taking shorter and unsteady steps, having trouble lifting your feet and walking uncertainly - as if you've forgotten how to do so.

While other symptoms the service mentions are mental and physical slowness, problems with memory, changes in emotional behavior, and urinary incontinence.

The condition is estimated to affect around 700,000 Americans, with the average age of developing onset NPH being 70 years old.

Advert

Although the chance of developing it increases as you get older, with 5.9 percent of Americans over 80 living with it, according to the Cleveland Clinic.

Featured Image Credit: Instagram/@billyjoel

Topics: US News, Music, Celebrity

Joe Yates
Joe Yates

Joe is a journalist for UNILAD, who particularly enjoys writing about crime. He has worked in journalism for five years, and has covered everything from murder trials to celeb news.

X

@JMYjourno

Advert

Advert

Advert

Choose your content:

4 days ago
5 days ago
17 days ago
18 days ago
  • 4 days ago

    Sabrina Carpenter slammed for X-rated album cover but some fans think it has a hidden meaning

    Sabrina's fans are up in arms over her artwork and concept

    Music
  • 5 days ago

    The Beach Boys singer Brian Wilson has died aged 82

    Brian Wilson has died at the age of 82, his family have confirmed

    Music

    breaking

  • 17 days ago

    Taylor Swift makes major announcement on her music after Scooter Braun controversially purchased it all for $300,000,000

    Taylor Swift has long been teasing a huge announcement to her fans

    Music
  • 18 days ago

    Scientists made guinea pigs listen to Adele for a week and discovered horrifying truth

    The guinea pigs listened to one of Adele's songs on loop for four hours

    Music
  • Billy Joel reveals brain disorder diagnosis and cancels all upcoming concerts
  • Billy Joel's brain disorder explained as singer reveals sudden diagnosis and cancels all upcoming concerts
  • Harry Potter actor finally breaks silence on JK Rowling controversy amid her public feud with co-stars
  • Donald Trump breaks silence after tragic Air India flight with 242 on board crashed shortly after takeoff