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The Latest Breaking News from Billy Joel

‘I don’t want to sound like Elton, I want to sound like me’: Billy Joel reveals why he ditched Elton John’s band

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Medaina Festival transforms Petra into a new frontier for electronic music

The multi-day Jordanian festival brought electronic artists, cultural workshops and curated performances to Petra and Wadi Rum – blending heritage with high production and thoughtful restraint

The Independent UK

TV tonight: the BBC opens a Billy Joel treasure trove

An archival feast for fans of the legendary US singer-songwriter. Plus, a soft landing for Whovians as Ncuti Gatwa, Billie Piper, David Tennant and Karen Gillan feature in a documentary about the making of the show. Here’s what to watch this evening

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Peter Lindbergh’s astonishing photos capture all sides of Tina Turner

New book celebrates the close relationship between the iconic rock singer and the revered photographer

The Independent UK

Billy Joel: 'Getting old sucks, but it's preferable to getting cremated'

Billy Joel is on good form cracking jokes amid his battle with a rare brain disorder.

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Billy Joel reveals he attempted suicide twice after betraying his best friend

‘I felt very, very guilty about it,’ singer-songwriter explained in new documentary

The Independent UK

Barry Manilow heartbroken by Billy Joel's health crisis

Veteran crooner Barry Manilow has revealed he's "heartbroken" by Billy Joel's health crisis after the musician was diagnosed with a rare brain condition called Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH), which is caused by a build-up of fluid in the brain.

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Billy Joel attempted suicide twice

Billy Joel was left in a coma after attempting suicide in his early 20s.

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Billy Joel's first ex-wife breaks her silence more than 40 years after her divorce

Elizabeth Weber has "great" memories of her marriage to Billy Joel but has not spoken about him for more than 40 years.

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Billy Joel shares first message with fans since brain disorder diagnosis

Legendary singer was absent from Wednesday premiere of his documentary, ‘Billy Joel: And So It Goes,’ at Tribeca Film Festival

The Independent UK

“He said, 'You can tell people I’m not dying'. He wants people to know that”: Howard Stern gives Billy Joel fans a good-news update following the star’s brain disorder diagnosis

The two friends met up earlier this month to celebrate Joel’s birthday

MusicRadar

Billy Joel 'not dying' amid brain condition

Radio DJ Howard Stern enjoyed dinner with Billy Joel recently, and has told how the music icon wants people to know he is "not dying", amid his rare brain condition diagnosis.

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“A friend of mine told me about an open audition for a new artist named Cyndi…”: From his education with Cyndi Lauper and giving Alice Cooper a killer Poison intro, to co-writing with Julian Lennon, John McCurry shares the stories behind his biggest hits

A long-time collaborator of Lauper and Lennon, scoring hits with Bonnie Tyler, Belinda Carlisle and Alice Cooper, McCurry’s session career is legendary. To think he started out on accordion…

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Rod Stewart just accidentally confirmed who’ll be joining him on stage for this year’s Legends slot: “We're gonna do Glastonbury together”

With a history of duets as long as his list of exes, Stewart has no shortage of superstars to pick from

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Billy Joel has excess fluid in his brain – a neurologist explains what happens when this protective liquid gets out of balance

Cerebrospinal fluid, or CSF, is a clear, colorless liquid that plays a crucial role in maintaining the health and function of your central nervous system. It cushions the brain and spinal cord, provides nutrients and removes waste products.

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Billy Joel ‘has no plans to retire despite ongoing health battles’

Despite suffering ongoing health challenges, singer Billy Joel is said to have no plans to retire from the spotlight.

MusicRadar

“Billy is undergoing specific physical therapy”: Billy Joel cancels all live shows after brain disorder diagnosis

He is suffering from Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus

The Independent UK

American Music Awards 2025: Full list of winners as Billie Eilish sweeps 7 awards

The AMAs were held live at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas this year

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Billy Joel's family remain 'hopeful' following NPH diagnosis

Billy Joel's wife has revealed that she's "hopeful for his recovery".

The Independent UK

Billy Joel’s wife shares update on husband’s brain disorder and ‘recovery’ after tour cancellation

The acclaimed singer-songwriter was recently diagnosed with Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus

The Independent UK

Lorde thrills fans by crashing Lorde-themed club night in Sydney

New Zealand pop star was ‘straight into the crowd, singing along, soaking it up’

Louder

Rare brain condition leads Billy Joel to cancel string of tour dates

Billy Joel has been diagnosed with rare condition that affects hearing, vision and balance

Evening Standard

Billy Joel’s daughter calls singer ‘most resilient man’ following diagnosis

The Piano Man singer was due to perform in Edinburgh and Liverpool in June but has cancelled the concerts.

The Independent UK

Billy Joel health: What brain condition does he have, what are the symptoms and can you treat it?

Renowned singer-songwriter has cancelled all upcoming shows while he receives treatment

The Independent UK

‘We love you, Pop’: Billy Joel’s daughter speaks after his brain diagnosis

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