Billy Joel cancels Paycor Stadium show, all upcoming concerts
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The Piano Man played his last concert at Madison Square Garden, where he performed 150 concerts over the years
Legendary singer Billy Joel is canceling all upcoming concerts, including his Sept. 20 performance with Rod Stewart at Paycor Stadium, he announced on social media Friday.
Joel said the decision to cancel came from a recent diagnosis of Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH). The condition has been "exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision and balance," his statement read.
According to the post, Joel has been undergoing specific physical therapy and has been advised to refrain from performing during his recovery period.
"I'm sincerely sorry to disappoint our audience, and thank you for understanding," the 76-year-old said.
Billy Joel cancels show with Rod Stewart at Paycor Stadium: What to do if you bought tickets
Joel and Stewart were set to take over Paycor Stadium for one night only Sept. 20.
"This concert promises to be an unforgettable night of iconic hits and incredible performances, showcasing Paycor Stadium as a premier destination for world-class entertainment," Elizabeth Blackburn, director of strategy and engagement for the Bengals, said in a previous press release about the concert announcement.
Fans who purchased tickets to Joel's Cincinnati concert do not need to take any action to receive a refund, according to Joel's statement. Tickets will automatically be processed back to the original payment used for purchase.
Joel, who first performed in Cincinnati at Armory Fieldhouse on May 7, 1974, played a sold-out show at Great American Ball Park in September 2021. This year's concert would have been his first appearance at Paycor Stadium. Stewart, the two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, last performed in the Queen City in 2022 at Riverbend Music Center, per Setlist.fm.
The Enquirer reached out to Game Day Communications, which handles public relations for Paycor Stadium, and it's unclear whether there are plans to host a new act.
(This story was updated to add more information.)
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