Culture December 19, 2022

Billy Joel postpones final residency show of year due to 'viral infection'

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Billy Joel has announced his final concert of the year at Madison Square Garden is postponed due to an illness.

The 73-year-old wrote on Instagram Sunday, "I’m disappointed to share that I’m under doctor’s orders for vocal rest due to a viral infection so unfortunately, I must postpone my Monday, December 19th concert at Madison Square Garden to June."

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He added, "I’m so sorry to let you know so close to show day, but I was hoping to be closer to a full recovery by now. Sadly, that hasn’t happened. I look forward to seeing you in the New Year.”

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Joel did not provide further details on the infection.

The show has been rescheduled for June 2, 2023 and all tickets for Monday's show will be honored that night.

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Joel's next scheduled show is Jan. 13 at Madison Square Garden, as part of his ongoing residency there.