Billy Joel surprises his fans by introducing young daughters as 'special guests' while performing 'Jingle Bells' rendition

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Billy Joel had a cute surprise for his fans during his recent show at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

The legendary singer-songwriter brought his young daughters, Della Rose, eight, and Remy Anne, six, onstage during his performance on Tuesday night, December 19. They sang a rendition of the holiday classic 'Jingle Bells' at the iconic arena.

The sisters, who usually remain away from the public, donned matching green-leather dresses for the special performance.

Billy Joel shares special moment over social media

After the event, Joel a photograph on his Instagram. “Some special guests at show #97,” he captioned. The update also included musician Elvis Costello.

The 74-year-old shares his two daughters with his fourth wife Alexis Roderick whom he married in 2015.

‘The Stranger’ crooner is also father to singer Alexa Ray, 36, with ex-wife Christie Brinkley.

The Tuesday night event was attended by ‘Barbie’ director Greta Gerwig and her husband Noah Baumbach as well.

Joel has performed with his children earlier too. It was in 2018 that Della Rose joined her father for the 1980s hit ‘Don't’ Tell Me Why’ song.

Earlier, Joel declared that he would end his monthly residency at Madison Square Garden after 150 shows in July 2024. The record-breaking residency first kicked off in January 2014.

“It’s hard to believe we’ve been able to do this for 10 years,” Joel said during a news conference at the time.

“I’m now 74. I’ll be 75 next year. It seems like a nice number. I’m kind of flabbergasted that it lasted as long as it did. My team tells me that we could continue to sell tickets but 10 years, 150 shows — all right already!,” he added.

Billy Joel honored at LIMEHOF

Joel’s new exhibit recently opened at the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame, honoring his immense contribution to the field.

'Billy Joel: My Life — A Piano Man’s Journey' explores his over five-decade long career.

“We were surprised because he had never ever OK’d an exhibition that involved his career or himself,” exhibit curator Kevin O’Callaghan told the New York Post. “He’s a very humble guy," O’Callaghan added.

Joel called it an “overwhelming” experience. “It’s a little overwhelming,” Joel said before the exhibit opening, adding “Have you ever found yourself surrounded by you? It’s kind of a nightmare.”

Looking at the positive side, Joel said, "I guess I’ve lived,” he said. The exhibit is going to remain open for visitors at LIMEHOF till the summer of 2024.