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The first half of the HBO documentary premiered at the Tribeca Festival on Wednesday night. Joel, who is fighting a brain disorder, sent a message via its directors.
Billy Joel's career is so massive it requires a two-part documentary. Here's a look into the first half, which opened Tribeca Film Festival.
The renewed fervor in Joel may be due in part to the singer’s recent health struggles. He canceled a string of upcoming concerts after being diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus, a brain disorder that causes fluid to build up in the brain,
She also shared a short message from the music legend. "Getting old sucks, but it's still preferable to getting cremated," Joel's note read. After going public with his health issues, Joel recently announced he was cancelling 17 shows he booked at stadiums across North America and England while he underwent "specific physical therapy.
Billy Joel remains in good spirits despite his brain disorder diagnosis. The "Piano Man" shares his first public message with fans since his health battle announcement.
The directors and producers of the two-part HBO project 'And So It Goes' shared well wishes for and messages from the iconic performer.