Christie Brinkley has spoken candidly about her divorce from singer Billy Joel. The couple, who were married for nearly a decade, ended their relationship due to Joel's issues with alcohol. Brinkley explained that while she loved Joel, his drinking became too difficult to manage within their marriage.
"Booze was the other woman," Brinkley stated, highlighting the impact of Joel's alcohol consumption on their relationship. She admitted that leaving Joel was a painful decision, but ultimately one she felt she had to make.
The former couple has maintained a friendly relationship since their divorce and co-parent their daughter, Alexa Ray Joel. Both have moved on and found happiness in their personal lives. Brinkley's recent comments offer insight into the challenges they faced during their marriage and the difficult choices she made.
Christie Brinkley: Billy Joel's Drinking Led to Divorce
Christie Brinkley recently opened up about her split from Billy Joel after nearly ten years together. The supermodel revealed that Joel's struggles with alcohol significantly impacted their marriage. Brinkley admitted that leaving wasn't easy, but she felt it was necessary. She described Joel's drinking as a major factor in their decision to divorce.