In the second part of HBO’s “Billy Joel: And So It Goes,” which aired July 25, 2025, the legendary musician reflects on his high-profile marriage to supermodel Christie Brinkley — from their romantic beginnings to their painful split.The couple met in 1983 in St. Barts and married two years later. Joel, 76, described Brinkley as his muse, admitting he felt lucky to be with her: “I’m from Hicksville… What am I doing with a supermodel?” Their early relationship, both say, was fun and full of creative energy.
But cracks formed by the late ’80s. Christie pointed to his single “I Go to Extremes” as a reflection of his inner conflict — a loving partner by day, a restless artist by night. Financial stress from a lawsuit and Joel’s heavy touring schedule only added to the pressure. “I wasn’t able to be at home,” Billy admitted. “It all catches up.”
