Billy Joel's Wife Alexis Breaks Silence Amid His 'Swift Diagnosis' For Brain Disorder

Alexis Roderick Joel has finally addressed her husband, Billy Joel's, recent health battle in a touching post.

The media personality broke her silence via Instagram, updating fans about her lover's well-being while thanking them for their prayers. Her response comes three days after the beloved "Piano Man" singer's team announced his brain disorder diagnosis.

According to the statement released on May 23, Billy Joel has been diagnosed with Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH), a brain disorder that reportedly affects movement, memory, and cognition. The medical condition forced him to cancel his tour and focus on recovering.

Alexis assured fans Billy's health had not taken a turn for the worst by sharing what appeared to be a throwback picture of the couple with their two daughters. The snap captured the happy family posing by a dock with cruise ships in the background.

"Thank you for the outpouring of love and support. We are so grateful for the wonderful care and swift diagnosis we received. Bill is beloved by so many, and to us, he is a father and husband who is at the center of our world," Alexis captioned the post, adding:

"We are hopeful for his recovery. We look forward to seeing you all in the future. Alexis Roderick Joel."

Alexis's words garnered thousands of likes and hundreds of comments from concerned fans, who penned their love for the family.

Many wished for Billy's swift recovery, while others reminisced about how his music had shaped their lives. The support continued with a few commenters claiming the entertainer's songs helped them through their cancer journeys.

Billy found a forever love in Alexis after three divorces. They met during a dinner with friends at a restaurant in Huntington, New York, with the singer falling in love at first sight. He reportedly could not stop staring at Alexis and finally approached her table to introduce himself.

Billy had moves in 2009 as he not only left Alexis' table with her number but also convinced her to drive him to his home on Centre Island. His flirting skills continued as he convinced an uninterested Alexis to come inside and listen to him play a piece by Russian composer Sergei Rachmaninoff on his grand piano.

Alexis did not stand a chance against Billy's seduction, and they started dating shortly after. It appeared she could not get enough of their romance, as PEOPLE reported she soon moved into the pianist's Centre Island home.

After a six-year romance, Alexi and Billy tied the knot in a surprise wedding on July 4, 2015. The ceremony was held at the singer's Oyster Bay estate on Long Island, where loved ones gathered to celebrate the couple's Fourth of July party, only to become wedding guests.

Billy's daughter from a previous relationship, Alexa, gave the wedding speech while the former governor of New York, Andrew Cuomo, served as the wedding officiant. Alexis, who was pregnant during the event, welcomed the couple's first child together a month later.

Their first daughter, Della Rose, was born on August 15, 2015, while their second, Remy Anne, arrived on October 22, 2017. The girls have enjoyed many instances in the spotlight, including unforgettable performances with their dad at Madison Square Garden and several red-carpet appearances.

Three days earlier, The Blast reported that Billy's team had announced his brain disorder diagnosis through a statement. They claimed he was diagnosed with Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH), noting his condition had worsened amid his tour.

Billy's team claimed the physical demands of his musical performances had caused hearing, vision, and balance complications, hence the cancellation of his tour. Additionally, they revealed the singer's doctors had advised him to rest and undergo "specific physical therapy."

The entertainer also addressed the situation, expressing disappointment over the cancellation of his performances. He stressed that he never wanted to let fans down and thanked them for their patience and understanding amid his health battle.

Billy's second ex-wife, supermodel Christie Brinkley, broke her silence on his medical diagnosis on Instagram. The Blast covered the story, reporting that she reacted to the news with her love and support for the father of her daughter, Alexa Ray Joel.

She shared a video capturing moments from one of Billy's concerts, which she attended with her daughter. The clip started with a backstage scene of Alexa playfully singing a line from "You May Be Right" to her dad, who smiled lovingly.

There were also moments of Alexa and Brinkley singing and dancing in the audience. The doting mother captioned the post with a lengthy tribute to Billy, whom she applauded for the joy he gifted thousands through his music. She labeled him their "Piano Man" and hoped for his speedy recovery.

Here's to hoping Billy Joel comes back stronger than ever!