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Billy Joel's Recovery Progresses With Positive Update and Carnegie Hall Appearance

He remains in therapy under doctors' guidance with no timeline for a full return to touring.

Overview

  • Alexa Ray Joel told The Hollywood Reporter that her father is doing physical therapy regularly, is "doing great," and has lost weight on a diet.
  • Joel attended a March 12 tribute to his music at Carnegie Hall, where he was photographed using a cane during a rare public outing.
  • The 76-year-old canceled all scheduled concerts in May 2025 after revealing a diagnosis of normal pressure hydrocephalus, which his team said was worsening with performances.
  • His medical team previously cited problems with hearing, vision, and balance and advised specific physical therapy and a pause from performing.
  • Joel made a brief two-song return to the stage on Jan. 2, 2026, with a tribute band in Wellington, Florida, but no timetable for resuming full concerts has been announced.