Billy Joel to auction more than 70 motorcycles as brain disorder affects riding
Music icon Billy Joel is auctioning his motorcycle collection and pausing his career due to a diagnosis of normal pressure hydrocephalus. The brain disorder has affected his ability to drive and perform live shows safely.
Why it matters
The health struggles of a major cultural figure highlight the impact of neurological conditions on professional longevity and personal safety.
Grammy Award-winning artist Billy Joel says he is unable to drive or perform after being diagnosed with a rare brain disorder.
The 77-year-old music icon told t he Hollywood Reporter that doctors have advised him to slow down while he undergoes further testing to assess his recovery from normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), a condition that affects the brain.
“I’m not allowed to drive,” Joel told the publication, adding that he must complete “a series of tests” before finding out whether he can resume performing.
Joel’s neurologist warned that the demands of live concerts could hinder his recovery.
“Every time you do a show, it’s like you’re getting a concussion,” Joel said he had been told.
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