Supermodel Christie Brinkley turns 70 with plans to 'eat, pray, love'
'Sports Illustrated' model Christie Brinkley has traveling to India and Bali on her bucket list
Celebration of Christie Brinkley's 70th Birthday
Supermodel Christie Brinkley is celebrating her 70th birthday with full swing. She recently posted photos of her and her kids on vacation in Turks & Caicos, showcasing a golden sunset and a decorated living room by her kids for her special day.
In an interview with People, Brinkley shared her thoughts on turning 70 and her desire to accomplish certain things in life, including traveling to India, Tahiti, Thailand, and Bali. She wants to experience an 'eat, pray, love' journey in the future.
Despite her initial plans for a big birthday party, Brinkley is content with being busy and not having much time to plan. She is looking forward to embracing this milestone with a lot of reverence and emotion, reflecting on her past and future.
A Look Back at Christie Brinkley's Life and Career
Christie Brinkley began her modeling career in 1973 after being discovered in Paris. She signed with Elite Model Management and graced over 500 magazine covers, including Sports Illustrated, Glamour, Harper's Bazaar, Vogue, and Cosmopolitan.
Brinkley made history as the first model to appear on three consecutive covers of Sports Illustrated. She also signed a 25-year contract with CoverGirl Cosmetics. Additionally, she ventured into acting, making appearances in movies like 'National Lampoon's Vacation' and TV shows like 'Mad About You' and 'Parks and Recreation.'
Apart from modeling and acting, Brinkley has become a successful businesswoman. She has created her own beauty products, a wine label called Bellisima Prosecco, a hair extension line, and a line of eyeglasses. She recently announced a partnership with Xcel Brands to launch a lifestyle and apparel brand called Twrhll, inspired by her experience in fashion.
Love Life and Motherhood
Throughout her life, Christie Brinkley has been married four times. Her first marriage was to French artist Jean-François Allaux, followed by a relationship with Olivier Chandon de Brailles. She then married singer Billy Joel, with whom she had one daughter before their divorce in 1994.
Brinkley's subsequent marriages were to real estate developer Richard Taubman and Peter Halsey Cook. She had two children with Cook before their divorce in 2008. Her relationships and divorces have had their challenges, with accusations of infidelity and an amicable settlement.
In addition to her marriages, Brinkley is a proud mother to three children: Alexa, Jack, and Sailor. Alexa is a singer who takes inspiration from both of her parents, while Jack has ventured into the tech world with his ride-share app. Sailor has followed in her mother's footsteps, modeling for Sports Illustrated and Vogue.
