Legendary singer Billy Joel has canceled all upcoming concerts following a recent diagnosis of normal pressure hydrocephalus. A neurological disorder that affects balance, vision, and cognitive function. The music icon announced that, after careful consideration and due to recent performances, he has decided to put his tour on hold for now and recover through physical therapy.
The cancelled shows included 17 shows across North America and the UK, with performances scheduled in big cities like Santa Clara, New York City, Toronto, Liverpool, and Salt Lake City. With collaborations with artists like Rod Stewart, Sting, and Stevie Nicks.
Cancelled Dates:
04-26 Milwaukee, WI – American Family Field *
07-05 Pittsburgh, PA – Acrisure Stadium #
07-18 Bronx, New York – Yankee Stadium #
08-08 East Rutherford, NJ – MetLife Stadium
08-21 Queens, NY – Citi Field *
09-05 Washington, D.C. – Nationals Park
09-20 Cincinnati, OH – Paycor Stadium #
10-04 Santa Clara, CA – Levi’s Stadium ^
10-18 New Orleans, LA – Caesars Superdome ^
11-01 Hollywood, FL – Hard Rock Live
11-15 Detroit, MI – Ford Field ^
03-14 Toronto, Ontario – Rogers Centre
04-10 Syracuse, NY – JMA Wireless Dome *
05-22 Salt Lake City, UT – Rice-Eccles Stadium *
06-06 Edinburgh, Scotland – Scottish Gas Murrayfield
06-20 Liverpool, England – Anfield
07-03 Charlotte, NC – Bank of America Stadium *
* with Sting
# with Rod Stewart
^ with Stevie Nicks
Full Statement:
“Billy Joel has announced that he will be cancelling all scheduled concerts following a recent diagnosis of Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH). 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 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,” stated from PitchFork.
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