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Christie Brinkley

Personal Life and Marriages

Christie Brinkley has been married four times, with each marriage ending in divorce. Her first marriage was to French artist Jean-François Allaux in 1973; they divorced in 1981 and had no children. In 1985, she married musician Billy Joel, appearing in several of his music videos. The couple had a daughter, Alexa Ray Joel, before divorcing amicably in 1994.

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That same year, she married real estate developer Richard Taubman while still legally married to Joel. The couple announced they were expecting a child but separated within a year. Their son, Jack Paris Taubman, was born in 1995. In 1996, Brinkley married architect Peter Halsey Cook, who was significantly younger than she. Their marriage ended in 2008 following a high-profile and contentious divorce. Cook admitted to having an affair with an 18-year-old woman, leading to a public legal dispute. Brinkley was awarded custody of their two children and reportedly paid Cook $2.1 million as part of the settlement.

Current Life and Legacy

At age 62, Christie Brinkley resides in New York with her children, living on a private island property. Her estimated net worth is around $80 million. Recognized for her contributions to modeling, media, and business, she continues to be a prominent public figure. Brinkley’s career biography is available on platforms such as Wikipedia and IMDb, reflecting her enduring presence in the entertainment and fashion industries.

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Quick Facts
Birth Date: 2 Feb, 1954
Age: 66 yrs
Citizenship: United States of America
Birth Place: Monroe
Education: Lycée Français de Los Angeles
Gender: Female
Description: American model
Net Worth 2021: 100 million
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Last Modified: Jan 19 2025
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