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Also Known As William Martin Joel
Born May 9, 1949 (age 75) • New York City • New York
Awards And Honors Kennedy Center Honors (2013) • Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum (1999) • Grammy Award (1980) • Grammy Award (1979) • Grammy Award (1978)
Notable Family Members spouse Christie Brinkley

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