Ex-Brinkley Marries Younger Wife Amidst Divorce Drama
The Drama Continues: Christie Brinkley and Peter Cook's Tormented Marriage Exposed
It's been a tumultuous few years for supermodel Christie Brinkley, but it seems she's not done spilling the tea on her ex-husband Peter Cook just yet. The 71-year-old beauty has opened up about their six-year marriage, which was marred by infidelity and ended in a messy divorce battle.
In a scathing memoir, "Uptown Girl," Brinkley recounts her experience with Cook, describing it as one of the most tormented periods of her life. The book is a tell-all, laying bare the details of their tumultuous relationship, including the moment she discovered his cheating ways.
The Cheating Scandal that Rocked Their Marriage
Brinkley revealed that she was left reeling when she found out about Cook's infidelity with an 18-year-old girl. The supermodel has described the incident as "traumatic" and admits it almost ended her life – literally. She was giving a commencement address at Southampton High School when a mysterious stranger approached her, revealing the shocking truth.
"I knew from Peter's face that he was guilty," Brinkley wrote in her memoir. "In that moment, I thought I was going to pass out onstage, in front of hundreds of people." The encounter sparked a chain reaction that ultimately led to their divorce and a lengthy custody battle over their model daughter Sailor, now 27.
The Divorce Battle that Left Both Sides Scarred
Brinkley and Cook's divorce was a messy affair, with both parties trading barbs in the press. In a shocking move, Cook called Brinkley a liar on national television during an interview, further fueling their public feud. The supermodel has since spoken out about the experience, labeling it "one of the most tormented experiences" of her life.
But what's even more astonishing is that Cook has moved on – big time. He recently tied the knot with his 26-year-old girlfriend Alba Jancou in an intimate ceremony in Capri, Italy. The blushing bride was just 20 when she got engaged to the architect and wore a stunning appliqued dress by Israeli designer Lee Grebenau for the al-fresco nuptials.
A Wedding Fit for Royalty (or at Least a Reality TV Star)
Jancou gushed about their romantic wedding, describing it as "visually stunning" and "perfectly Italian." She shared intimate details with People magazine, revealing that Cook proposed to her in 2021 during a boat trip to the Faraglioni rocks. The couple wanted to recreate the magical moment on their third anniversary, which is how they chose Capri for their big day.
But what's got everyone talking is the age difference between Jancou and Sailor – just one year apart. As if that weren't enough, Cook has been criticized for his decision to marry a woman nearly two decades younger than his own daughter.
A New Chapter for Christie Brinkley: Embracing Singledom
Meanwhile, Brinkley is embracing her newfound singledom with gusto. In an interview with Sex and the City star Kristin Davis on her podcast "Are You A Charlotte?", the supermodel revealed that she's considering a radical new approach to marriage – one where couples renew their vows every five years.
"It's like, 'We'll see if you want to renew it in five years,'" Brinkley quipped. "That way, if you're getting bored or whatever, you can get out of it without all the lawyers and all that stuff." The comments have sparked a heated debate about the future of marriage, with many applauding Brinkley's bold new approach.
As for Cook and Jancou, it remains to be seen how long their whirlwind romance will last. But one thing is certain – Christie Brinkley has certainly given her ex-husband (and his new bride) a piece of her mind in the process.
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