Model

Christie Brinkley

Christie Lee Brinkley is a famous model, actress & entrepreneur known for her 3 consecutive Sports Illustrated covers in 1979-81.

Christie Brinkley
Full Name
Christie Lee Hudson
Age
70
Birth Date
February 2, 1954
Zodiac
Aquarius
Born
United States
Height
5′ 9″

Popularity

Fame Level
% of people who know them
85%
Liked by
59%
Neutral
33%
Disliked by
8%

About

Christie Brinkley is an American model and actress, renowned for her iconic looks that have made her one of the world's most recognizable female models. She has been featured in numerous magazines and campaigns and is best known for her three consecutive appearances on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.

Christie Brinkley Timeline

1954
Christie Brinkley is Born
On February 2, 1954, Christie Brinkley was born in Monroe, Michigan.
1973
Moves to Paris to Model
Brinkley moves to Paris to pursue a career in modeling.
1975
Graces the Cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue
Brinkley graced the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue for the first time.
1981
Marries Pop Star Billy Joel
Brinkley marries pop star Billy Joel and they go on to have a daughter.
1989
Ends Marriage with Billy Joel
After nine years of marriage, Brinkley and Joel divorce.
1995
Appears in Broadway Play
Brinkley appears as Roxie Hart in the Broadway play Chicago.
2015
Opens Pilates Studio
Brinkley opens her own Pilates studio in the Hamptons.

5 Interesting Facts about Christie Brinkley

1.

Hosted Saturday Night Live

In 1985, Christie Brinkley was the first model to ever host Saturday Night Live.

2.

First Model to Appear on Cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition Three Times

Christie Brinkley became the first model to appear on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition three times, from 1979-1981.

3.

Achieved Certification as a Pilates Instructor

Christie Brinkley achieved certification as a Pilates instructor and is a proponent of healthy living and natural beauty.

4.

Grease Actress

In 1978, Christie Brinkley had a small role in the classic movie 'Grease', playing the character "Lana".

5.

Endorsed Donald Trump for President

In 2016, Christie Brinkley endorsed Donald Trump for president, campaigning for him in New York and other states throughout the election.

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Christie Brinkley is an iconic American model who was born on February 2, 1954 and is currently 69 years old. She is best known for her decades-long career as a model, appearing in the popular Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue for many consecutive years.