Billy Joel undergoes shunt surgery after linking hydrocephalus to loud concerts

Billy Joel undergoes shunt surgery after linking hydrocephalus to loud concerts

Billy Joel, 77, underwent brain-shunt surgery in Connecticut after doctors linked his normal-pressure hydrocephalus to repeated exposure to loud rock concerts, and he is now undergoing physical therapy, Fox News reported. Rolling Stone earlier reported that the singer said the condition forced him to pause touring because live performances were damaging his brain. NBC News later disclosed that the shunt implantation improved his balance and memory and that he will continue following medical advice.

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Սեպտեմբեր 10, 2026
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Billy Joel says rock concerts caused brain damage that led to NPH diagnosis
Billy Joel says rock concerts caused brain damage that led to NPH diagnosis

Fox News • 10 Սեպ 17:57

The 77-year-old singer disclosed that doctors linked his normal pressure hydrocephalus to repeated exposure to loud rock performances, leading to brain-shunt surgery and ongoing physical therapy.

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Billy Joel reveals he got brain surgery because he didn’t want to lose his ‘marbles’
Billy Joel reveals he got brain surgery because he didn’t want to lose his ‘marbles’

NBC News • 10 Սեպ 16:19

The 77-year-old singer disclosed that he had a shunt implanted to treat normal-pressure hydrocephalus, noting improvements in balance and cognition, and said he will continue following medical advice.

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Billy Joel Says He Had Brain Surgery After His Diagnosis
Billy Joel Says He Had Brain Surgery After His Diagnosis

Variety • 9 Սեպ 23:05

The 77-year-old singer said a shunt procedure has eased balance and memory problems caused by normal-pressure hydrocephalus, and he reassured fans he is recovering.

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Billy Joel discloses he underwent brain surgery after scary new diagnosis
Billy Joel discloses he underwent brain surgery after scary new diagnosis

Page Six • 9 Սեպ 22:09

The 77-year-old singer said his balance, memory and overall function have improved after a shunt procedure, and he is following doctors’ advice to avoid further damage.

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Billy Joel Says Brain Disorder Gave Him Concussions at Every Show
Billy Joel Says Brain Disorder Gave Him Concussions at Every Show

rollingstone.com • 9 Սեպ 20:21

The singer explained that normal pressure hydrocephalus has forced him to pause touring, after doctors warned that live performances were damaging his brain.

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