Billy Joel gave fans a shock and a thrill when he turned up to a town celebration and played two of his hit songs, as reported by TMZ.
The 76-year-old entertainer – who announced on May 23 that he was canceling all concerts after being diagnosed with Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus [NPH] – got up on stage at the Wellington Amphitheater in Florida to help the city celebrate its 30th anniversary.
The community festival featured live music, fireworks and the legendary music icon himself, who joined the tribute band The Turnstiles to sing We Didn’t Start the Fire and Big Shot.
Joel, who owns property in the area, belted out the songs with the help of a cane.
His wife Alexis Roderick, 43, and their two daughters, Della Rose, 10, and Remy Anne, 8, were also on hand for the entertainment.
The kids danced with a friend alongside their Piano Man dad as the crowd cheered enthusiastically.
Billy Joel gave fans a shock and a thrill when he turned up to a town celebration and played two of his hit songs
![The 76-year-old entertainer – who announced on May 23 that he was canceling all concerts after being diagnosed with Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus [NPH] – got up on stage at the Wellington Amphitheater in Florida to help the city celebrate its 30th anniversary](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2026/01/03/19/105203781-15431461-image-a-28_1767467165723.jpg "Billy Joel shocks fans with first live show since brain disorder diagnosis as he takes stage with two daughters 6")
The 76-year-old entertainer – who announced on May 23 that he was canceling all concerts after being diagnosed with Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus [NPH] – got up on stage at the Wellington Amphitheater in Florida to help the city celebrate its 30th anniversary
Earlier in the evening, the crowd tuned in when The Turnstiles, led by Tony Monaco, hinted there might be a special guest that evening, and then the legendary singer made his way on stage and joined them on the keyboard.
An eyewitness told the outlet that Joel asked for permission to steal the mic, and the audience roared as he launched into his two-song special.
This was Joel’s first public appearance on stage since announcing his devastating diagnosis in May 2025.
NHP is a brain disorder that causes fluid buildup and affects function. Common symptoms include problems with walking and balance, memory loss and difficulty with planning, organizing and multitasking, per the Cleveland Clinic. Vision issues and hearing loss can also occur.
