Billy Joel's daughter, Alexa Ray Joel, has provided an update on the singer's progress following his diagnosis with a rare neurological condition. The 76-year-old musician was diagnosed with Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH) in May last year, a disorder caused by excess cerebrospinal fluid in the brain, leading to balance issues and other symptoms.
In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter published Thursday, Alexa Ray said her father is “doing great” with regular physical therapy and has lost weight through dieting. She described him as “a trooper, so resilient and committed to being healthy and proactive.”
Joel cancelled all his 2025 performances after the diagnosis, citing problems with hearing, vision and balance exacerbated by recent concerts. He has since spoken publicly about his condition, telling Bill Maher in July that while his balance “sucks,” he feels “good” and that doctors are “working on it.”
The five-time Grammy winner, who is three years sober after two stints in rehab, surprised fans in January by performing with a cover band in Florida, playing hits including “We Didn’t Start the Fire” and “Big Shot.”
