Billy Joel’s Wife Thanks Fans for ‘Outpouring of Love and Support’ After Singer’s Diagnosis

Billy Joel’s spouse shared her gratitude for the “outpouring of love and support” their household has obtained within the wake of the musician saying he had been recognized with a uncommon mind dysfunction. 

“We are so grateful for the wonderful care and swift diagnosis we received,” Alexis Roderick Joel wrote in an Instagram post on Monday, sharing a photograph of Joel, herself, and their two younger daughters. “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.”

Joel, 76, introduced Friday that he’d be canceling 17 upcoming exhibits throughout North America and Europe after being recognized with regular stress hydrocephalus (NPH). The situation is brought on by extra cerebrospinal fluid accumulating within the mind’s ventricles, which impacts reminiscence, motion, considering, and focus, in accordance with the Cleveland Clinic. 

“This condition has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision, and balance,” an announcement from Joel’s crew learn. “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.”

Over the weekend, Joel’s daughter with ex-wife Christie Brinkley, Alexa Ray Joel, additionally shared her thanks for the sort messages that their household has obtained. “I just wanted to thank you all for the beautiful outpouring of love and support amid the recent news of My Father’s health diagnosis,” Alexa Ray wrote, together with lyrics from the track Joel wrote for her, “Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel).”

“My Dad is the strongest and most resilient man I’ve ever known,” she added. “He’s entirely committed to making a full recovery with ongoing physical-therapy treatments as he continues to regain his strength. The genuine care, empathy, and concern from everyone means so much to him… it means a lot to me, too.”

Brinkley additionally despatched a message of help to Joel. “The whole Brinkley gang is sending you lots of love and good wishes for a full and speedy recovery,” the mannequin wrote. “You turn an arena of strangers into a living room full of friends as we all sway in unison. I’m sure I’m speaking for everyone in that room when I say please take good care of yourself, we all want you back in that white hot spotlight, you’re OUR piano man.”

A number of of Joel’s movie star pals additionally handed alongside their greatest needs, together with Kristin Chenoweth and Jack Quaid. “I really understand,” Chenoweth stated. “I have menieres. Very similar !! Sending love.”

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