Billy Joel Performs for First Time Since Brain Disorder Diagnosis
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Key Points:
- Billy Joel made a surprise return to the stage in Wellington, Florida, performing two songs with a Billy Joel cover band, Turnstiles, at the town's 30th anniversary celebration.
- This marked Joel's first public performance since May 2025, when he revealed his diagnosis of normal pressure hydrocephalus and canceled upcoming concerts due to health issues affecting his hearing, vision, and balance.
- Joel's team previously stated that he was undergoing physical therapy and advised to avoid performing to prioritize his recovery, though Joel has emphasized that he is feeling good and not dying despite the diagnosis.
- During the surprise set, Joel was joined onstage by his daughters, and he expressed a lighthearted attitude about the performance, indicating
