Childhood and Education Journey of Billy Joel in Timeline
An overview of the childhood and early education of Billy Joel, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.
William Martin Joel, known as Billy Joel, is a highly successful American singer-songwriter and pianist, achieving fame as a solo artist in the 1970s. His signature song, "Piano Man," gave him his nickname. He released 12 studio albums between 1971 and 1993, primarily in the pop and rock genres, and a classical album in 2001. With over 160 million records sold globally, he is among the best-selling music artists worldwide and the fourth-best-selling solo artist in the U.S. His 1985 "Greatest Hits Vol. I & II" is a top-selling album in the United States.
April 15, 1982: Motorcycle accident
On April 15, 1982, Billy Joel was involved in a serious motorcycle accident on Long Island, severely injuring his hands, which temporarily delayed the production of "The Nylon Curtain."
1985: Relationship with Christie Brinkley begins
In 1985, Christie Brinkley starred in the music video for Billy Joel's "Uptown Girl", which sparked a relationship between the two. They later married.
1987: "Leningrad" Inspiration
In 1987, during his tour, Billy Joel met a clown in the Soviet city of Leningrad, inspiring him to write the song "Leningrad".
April 13, 1994: Separation Announced
On April 13, 1994, Billy Joel and Christie Brinkley announced their separation.
August 1994: Divorce Finalized
In August 1994, Billy Joel and Christie Brinkley's divorce was finalized.
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