Billy Joel: New Music & Documentary Update
- Despite recent health concerns forcing him to cancel performances, Billy Joel sent a message of reassurance to fans at the tribeca Festival premiere of his new documentary, Billy...
- Lacy, accompanied by producer Jessica Levin, conveyed Joel's message, noting, "He will be back." She quoted Joel as saying, "Getting old sucks, but it’s still preferable to getting...
- The documentary, set to air on HBO this summer, aims to provide an expansive portrait of the life and music of Billy Joel, focusing on the love, loss,...
Billy Joel reassures fans at the Tribeca Festival premiere of his new documentary, “Billy Joel: And So It Goes,” despite recent health concerns. Learn about the musician’s current health battles and hear his message too the audience, conveyed by director Susan Lacy. The documentary, set to air on HBO this summer, explores the life and music of a true music legend, with appearances from Tom Hanks and whoopi Goldberg. News Directory 3 keeps you informed on key events like this.While Joel deals with normal pressure hydrocephalus, impacting his vision and balance, he’s clear: he’s “not dying”.Discover what’s next for the Piano Man as he focuses on recovery and a return to the stage.
Billy Joel Documentary premieres amid Singer’s Health Concerns
Updated June 05, 2025
Despite recent health concerns forcing him to cancel performances, Billy Joel sent a message of reassurance to fans at the tribeca Festival premiere of his new documentary, Billy Joel: And So It Goes. Director Susan Lacy shared Joel’s greetings with the audience at New York City’s Beacon Theater on Wednesday.
Lacy, accompanied by producer Jessica Levin, conveyed Joel’s message, noting, “He will be back.” She quoted Joel as saying, “Getting old sucks, but it’s still preferable to getting cremated.”
The documentary, set to air on HBO this summer, aims to provide an expansive portrait of the life and music of Billy Joel, focusing on the love, loss, and personal struggles that have informed his creative process. The premiere drew attendees including Tom hanks and Whoopi Goldberg.
Tribeca Festival co-founder Robert De Niro emphasized Joel’s connection to New York City, stating, “Billy may be considered the poet laureate of New York.You feel the essence of our city in his lyrics.”
Last month, Joel announced the cancellation of upcoming performances due to normal pressure hydrocephalus, a condition affecting his hearing, vision, and balance. He is currently undergoing physical therapy.
Radio host Howard Stern recently shared a message from Joel, reassuring the public: “He said, ‘Yeah, you can tell people: I’m not dying.’ he wants people to know that.he’s just got to deal with some medical stuff.”
“Billy might potentially be considered the poet laureate of New York. You feel the essence of our city in his lyrics.”
What’s next
Fans can anticipate the HBO premiere of Billy Joel: And So It Goes this summer, offering an in-depth look at the musician’s life and career as he continues to focus on his health and recovery.