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Lauren Del Fabbro

Billy Joel breaks silence on health crisis admitting alcohol may have triggered brain issue

Billy Joel been diagnosed with Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus - (PA Archive)

Billy Joel has opened up about his recent health struggles, sharing his suspicion that years of heavy drinking could have played a role in his newly diagnosed brain condition.

It comes after the 76-year-old singer cancelled all his scheduled concerts, including a show in Edinburgh and Liverpool, after announcing that he was diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH).

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