An effervescent blonde, blue-eyed beauty, Christie Brinkley became one of the world’s most successful... (Learn more)
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Christie Brinkley’s Milestones
| After graduation, she worked as an illustrator for three years in Paris | |
| Raised in Malibu, California | |
| 1976 | Signed with cosmetics giant Cover Girl; contract continued to be renewed until 1996, making it the longest model contract ever |
| 1979 - 1981 | Appeared on the cover of three consecutive Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issues |
| 1983 | Made acting debut as Chevy Chase's fantasy girl in the blockbuster “National Lampoon's Vacation” |
| 1983 | Was the inspiration for husband Billy Joel’s major hit “Uptown Girl”; also appeared as the title character in the music video |
| 1983 | Wrote the best-selling fitness book, Christie Brinkley’s Outdoor Beauty and Fitness book |
| 1987 | Reprised her role as the mysterious lady in the red Ferrari, in the sequel, “Vegas Vacation” |
| 1992 | Hosted the short-lived show “Living in the '90s with Christie Brinkley” (CNN) |
| 1993 | Created the cover art for Billy Joel’s River of Dreams album |
| 1994 | Appeared as herself in an episode of the NBC comedy, “Mad About You” |
| 1996 | Signed with NuSkin International, to become the companies first spokesperson for their personal care division |
| 1997 | Hosted the most profitable infomercial in America for Total Gym |
| 1998 | Launched her own perfume, Believe |
| 2005 | Once again signed with Cover Girl to appear in magazines and commercials for their mature skin line |
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