Christie Brinkley and Billy Joel serve as a shining example that divorce doesn’t always have to end on a sour note. Even after 30 years since their marriage ended, the two remain close friends, as they demonstrated during a recent heartfelt rendition of “Uptown Girl.”
In a heartwarming TikTok video captured on April 26th, Billy can be seen singing his 1983 hit while Christie joyfully dances and sings along. The jumbotron captures the special moment, with both stars wearing beaming smiles as they bask in the adoration of the crowd. A different perspective showcased on YouTube showcases Christie and her daughter, Sailor, standing in the front row as Billy gazes at them while belting out the lyrics.
Billy Joel actually wrote the single for Christie Brinkley, which not many people know. Initially, he had another supermodel in mind when he started writing the lyrics. However, when he met Christie, she became his sole inspiration. Once he completed the iconic song, Christie was chosen to star in the official music video.
During a 2010 interview with Howard Stern, Billy Joel revealed that he initially wrote the song “Uptown Girl” while he was dating Elle Macpherson, not Christie Brinkley. However, when he began dating Christie, she became the inspiration behind the song and it became solely about her.
Christie Brinkley Is Still One Of Billy Joel’s Number 1 Supporters
Billy Joel and Christie Brinkley began their relationship in the same year that “Uptown Girl” was released and tied the knot in 1985. They welcomed a daughter named Alexa Ray Joel before their divorce in 1994. The couple’s busy schedules and the physical separation caused by Billy’s frequent tours eventually took a toll on their relationship. Despite their separation, they managed to maintain a close bond. In fact, Christie was present in the audience on Saturday to show her support for both Billy and Alexa.
During the show, Alexa graced the stage with her heartfelt renditions of Lulu’s “To Sir with Love” and Billy’s “Say Goodbye to Hollywood.” As the concert came to a close, Christie took to Instagram to express her gratitude to her daughter and ex-husband for such a magical evening. In a separate post, she candidly shared that Billy and Alexa’s relationship moved her to tears.
She wrote, “Trust me, it was pure sweetness. Billy was completely overwhelmed with emotion!”
