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Billy Joel says he can't perform or drive 'right now' because of brain disorder

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Music legend Billy Joel says he’s been advised against driving or performing on stage until his doctors can better assess his brain condition.

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  1. The Hollywood Reporter

    Billy Joel Offers Health Update in Rare Interview as He Prepares to Sell Prized Motorcycle Collection (opens The Hollywood Reporter)

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    The singer discusses living with hydrocephalus, his hopes of performing again and why he’s auctioning more than 70 bikes at Christie's: “I was not a collector. I was actually a rider.”

  2. Independent Journal Review

    Billy Joel Awaits Medical Clearance to Perform (opens Independent Journal Review)

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    Billy Joel says doctors have advised him not to perform or drive while he undergoes further testing for hydrocephalus, which affects his balance. He hopes to return to the stage, but his timeline remains uncertain; he is also selling much of his motorcycle collection, with proceeds supporting the Jo…

  3. New York Post

    Billy Joel reveals he can’t drive or perform anymore in heartbreaking health update (opens New York Post)

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    In a new interview, the "Uptown Girl" singer opened up about how his diagnosis with a rare brain disorder has affected his everyday life.

  4. Fox News

    Billy Joel says he can't drive, unsure about touring future after brain disorder diagnosis (opens Fox News)

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    Billy Joel revealed his hydrocephalus diagnosis means every concert is like getting a concussion, and he's not allowed to drive a vehicle.

  5. Rolling Stone

    ‘I’m Not Allowed to Drive’: Billy Joel Shares Health Update as He Prepares to Sell Vintage Motorcycles (opens Rolling Stone)

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    The singer was diagnosed with a brain disorder and stepped away from live performances last year

  6. ABC 7 San Francisco

    The 'Piano Man' Billy Joel says he can't drive, perform in new health update (opens ABC 7 San Francisco)

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    Billy Joel says he can't drive or perform amid his ongoing struggle with the brain condition normal pressure hydrocephalus.

  7. MyStateline

    Billy Joel says he can't perform or drive 'right now' because of brain disorder (opens MyStateline)

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    Music legend Billy Joel says he’s been advised against driving or performing on stage until his doctors can better assess his brain condition.

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