Billy Joel postpones tour for surgery: ‘My health must come first'

Billy Joel announced March 11 he is rescheduling several concert dates on his current tour due to medical reasons.

“Billy Joel’s upcoming concert dates will be rescheduled due to a medical condition,” reads a statement on his website. “The current tour will be postponed for four months to allow him to recover from recent surgery and to undergo physical therapy under the supervision of his doctors.

“Joel is expected to make a full recovery. The tour will resume at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh on July 5, 2025.”

From that point, the tour will continue with its previously scheduled dates, with the eight rescheduled shows beginning November 15 in Detroit. Joel did not reveal what kind of surgery he is having.

The “River of Dreams’ hitmaker, 75, said he is determined to get back on his feet and return to the stage.

“While I regret postponing any shows, my health must come first,” he said. “I look forward to getting back on stage and sharing the joy of live music with our amazing fans. Thank you for your understanding.”

Billy Joel performs at Allegiant Stadium Nov. 09, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

According to Joel’s website, his last concert was Feb. 22 in Uncasville, Connecticut. During that show, he appeared to fall after wrapping up singing “It’s Still Rock and Roll to Me,” in a moment that was captured by a fan’s camera and shared on TikTok.

Here’s a look at the makeup dates for the upcoming concerts. All purchased tickets will be valid for the new dates: