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Christie Brinkley Reflects on Love, Loss, and Media Scrutiny in New Memoir

In 'Uptown Girl,' Brinkley shares new insights on her tragic romance with Olivier Chandon, her marriage to Billy Joel, and the challenges of public life.

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Overview

  • Brinkley's memoir revisits her relationship with Olivier Chandon, the Moët-Hennessy heir who died in a 1983 racing accident at age 27.
  • She describes the emotional toll of Chandon's death, which led her to take a sabbatical from her modeling career to recover.
  • Brinkley recounts how Billy Joel reached out with condolences after Chandon's passing, leading to a romance and eventual marriage lasting nearly a decade.
  • The supermodel opens up about the harsh media coverage during her marriage to Joel, including being labeled 'beauty and the beast,' which she found deeply hurtful.
  • The memoir highlights themes of resilience, as Brinkley reflects on navigating personal tragedy and the pressures of fame.