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Alexa Ray Joel has spoken warmly about her father Billy Joel’s commitment to his health, praising him for staying disciplined with physical therapy and diet.
In her interview with The Hollywood Reporter, she described him as “a fighter” who has always shown resilience, especially now as he manages normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), a condition caused by fluid buildup in the brain that can affect balance, vision, and hearing.
Billy Joel first revealed his diagnosis in May 2025, explaining that doctors advised him to pause performing.
Since then, he’s reassured fans that he’s doing well, even downplaying the seriousness of the condition by saying it “sounds a lot worse than what I’m feeling.”
Alexa Ray admitted she was shaken when she saw footage of her father’s fall during a Connecticut show last year, but said she’s been closely involved in his care and encourages him to stay healthy.
Despite the health challenges, Joel continues to be celebrated for his music.
On March 12, he was honored at a sold-out Carnegie Hall tribute concert featuring performances from Alexa Ray herself, Rob Thomas, Pat Monahan, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Itzhak Perlman, Wyclef Jean, Rufus Wainwright, and others.
The event underscored both his enduring influence and the love surrounding him as he focuses on recovery.
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