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Billy Joel celebrated a major milestone in his family this week, sharing a rare glimpse into his private life with fans. The 75-year-old music icon posted a touching tribute on Instagram to mark his daughter Della Rose\u2019s 10th birthday.<\/p>\n
\u201cHappy 10th birthday Della Rose\ud83c\udf39,\u201d Joel wrote alongside a family photo on Instagram<\/a>. \u201cWe are so proud of your sweet nature, empathy for others and endless love. You see everything through caring eyes. We could not ask for anything more. We all love you beyond measure.\u201d<\/p>\n The post struck a sentimental chord as Joel reflected on how quickly the years have passed. \u201cHow did we get to 10 years already? It seems like just yesterday you were running around the house looking for \u2018Piano Man,\u2019\u201d he added, referencing his signature hit.<\/p>\n Known for keeping his personal life out of the spotlight, Joel rarely shares images of his wife Alexis Roderick and their two daughters, Della Rose and Remy Anne. This post marked one of the few times fans have seen the family together in recent years.<\/p>\n Joel\u2019s marriage to Roderick, a former equestrian and accomplished businesswoman, has been one of the more private chapters in the performer\u2019s storied life. The couple wed in 2015 and welcomed Della Rose that same year, followed by Remy Anne in 2017.<\/p>\n Related: Christie Brinkley Breaks Silence on Billy Joel’s Health Diagnosis<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Behind the celebratory post is a challenging reality: Billy Joel has paused his career due to a brain condition known as Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH), which has affected his hearing, vision, and balance. The diagnosis led him to cancel all upcoming concert dates across North America, the UK, and Canada.<\/p>\n Although Joel says the condition \u201csounds a lot worse than what I\u2019m feeling,\u201d he\u2019s undergoing physical therapy and focusing on recovery, according to the Los Angeles Times<\/a><\/em>. Music Radar<\/a> reported that his longtime creative director recently expressed optimism, noting that \u201call arrows point to him making full recovery.” Whether or not he\u2019ll return to touring remains uncertain\u2014but fans are hoping his stage lights aren\u2019t out for good.<\/p>\n Despite his diagnosis, Joel\u2019s recent HBO Max documentary, Billy Joel: And So It Goes<\/em>, showcased his resilience and spirit, reinforcing why his music continues to resonate<\/p>\n Related: Billy Joel Strongly Denied 1 Longtime Rumor in New Documentary<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\nA Rare Glimpse Into Joel\u2019s Family Life<\/h2>\n
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