"The Insider"’s MARC MALKIN breaks news that former supermodel CHRISTIE BRINKLEY is splitting from her husband of nearly 10 years, architect PETER COOK.
Brinkley’s spokesperson, ELLIOT MINTZ, confirms the news: "Yes, it’s true. The couple has separated. Christie’s primary interest at this difficult time is for the protection of her children and [she] would be most appreciative if people would be good enough to respect her privacy."
The couple have an 8-year-old daughter, SAILOR LEE. Brinkley has two other children from her previous marriages.The 52-year-old beauty, who played the comely blonde in the ’80s comedy ‘National Lampoon’s Vacation’ with CHEVY CHASE, has been married three other times, most notably to "Piano Man" BILLY JOEL, who penned his hit "Uptown Girl" song for her.
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Didn’t she leave Billy Joel for this guy?
