‘INCREDIBLY RESILIENT’

Billy Joel’s Daughter Gives Update on Star’s Brain Disorder Battle

The music luminary revealed he was diagnosed with the brain condition in May.

Billy Joel’s daughter has revealed the major lifestyle changes her father has made since learning he had a brain disorder. In May, the Uptown Girl singer announced via social media that he would be canceling all scheduled concerts after being diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH). Alexa Ray Joel, who is also a musician, told Fox News Digital that her 76-year-old father has been “incredibly resilient” amidst the diagnosis, and has adapted to a new lifestyle of physical therapy multiple times a week, and dietary changes. “We had dinner the other night. I said, ‘Dad, what are you doing? You’re not getting the steak? You’re getting chicken instead?’ Like, this is a whole new you here.” Alexa, 39, also revealed that her father has not experienced any cognitive decline, retaining his memory of every album, song, and the release date. “So, as far as I’m concerned, he’s sharp as a tack,” Alexa said. Amidst the health battle, Alexa said she is “really proud” of her father. “He’s… probably his most healthy actually right now in terms of how well he’s taking care of himself and prioritizing his health.” NPH, most commonly diagnosed in adults over 65, is caused by fluid building up in the brain, and can cause problems including cognitive difficulties, and trouble walking.