Billy Joel's Daughter Hospitalized for Alleged Overdose

By PopEater Staff Posted Dec 5th 2009 04:45PM

Alexa Ray Joel, the daughter of singer Billy Joel and model Christie Brinkley, was rushed to the hospital Saturday afternoon in New York. According to one media outlet, the 23-year-old singer-songwriter suffered from a pill overdose.

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Alexa Ray Joel is seen here walking in New York City in October with her dad, Billy Joel. More Alexa Joel Photos >>>

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NEW YORK - JUNE 17: (FILE PHOTO) Alexa Ray Joel attends the 6th annual Wayuu Taya Foundation gala at Stephen Weiss Studio on June 17, 2009 in New York City. According to reports Joel was hospitalized at St. Vincent's in Manhattan December 5, 2009. (Photo by Bryan Bedder/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Alexa Ray Joel

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NEW YORK - OCTOBER 16: (ITALY OUT, NY DAILY NEWS OUT, NY NEWSDAY OUT) Billy Joel and daughter, Alexa Ray Joel are seen on October 16, 2009 in New York City. (Photo by Arnaldo Magnani/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Alexa Ray Joel;Billy Joel

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MONTAUK, NY - JULY 18: Actress Michelle Trachtenberg and DJ Alexandra Richards attend a summer concert peformance by Alexa Ray Joel to benefit the Art of Elysium hosted by alice + olivia at The Surf Lodge on July 18, 2009 in Montauk, New York. (Photo by Matthew Peyton/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Michelle Trachtenberg;Alexandra Richards

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MONTAUK, NY - JULY 18: Singer Alexa Ray Joel performs at a summer concert to benefit the Art of Elysium hosted by alice + olivia at The Surf Lodge on July 18, 2009 in Montauk, New York. (Photo by Matthew Peyton/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Alexa Ray Joel

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MONTAUK, NY - JULY 18: DJ Alexandra Richards and singer Alexa Ray Joel attend a summer concert peformance by Alexa Ray Joel to benefit the Art of Elysium hosted by alice + olivia at The Surf Lodge on July 18, 2009 in Montauk, New York. (Photo by Matthew Peyton/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Alexa Ray Joel;Alexandra Richards

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MONTAUK, NY - JULY 18: Co-DJs Nick Cohen and Alexandra Richards attend a performance by Alexa Ray Joel at a summer concert to benefit the Art of Elysium hosted by alice + olivia at The Surf Lodge on July 18, 2009 in Montauk, New York. (Photo by Matthew Peyton/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Nick Cohen;Alexandra Richards

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MONTAUK, NY - JULY 18: Singer Alexa Ray Joel and mother model Christie Brinkley attend a performance by Alexa Ray Joel at a summer concert to benefit the Art of Elysium hosted by alice + olivia at The Surf Lodge on July 18, 2009 in Montauk, New York. (Photo by Matthew Peyton/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Christie Brinkley;Alexa Ray Joel

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MONTAUK, NY - JULY 18: Model Christie Brinkley attends a performance by daughter Alexa Ray Joel at a summer concert to benefit the Art of Elysium hosted by alice + olivia at The Surf Lodge on July 18, 2009 in Montauk, New York. (Photo by Matthew Peyton/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Christie Brinkley

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MONTAUK, NY - JULY 18: Singer Alexa Ray Joel and actress Michelle Trachtenberg attend a summer concert peformance by Alexa Ray Joel to benefit the Art of Elysium hosted by alice + olivia at The Surf Lodge on July 18, 2009 in Montauk, New York. (Photo by Matthew Peyton/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Michelle Trachtenberg;Alexa Ray Joel

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TMZ reports that 911 was called to Alexa's Manhattan apartment on Saturday afternoon, and that she had trouble breathing. RadarOnline.com is reporting that Alexa had "taken pills," which led to the 911 call.

She was then taken to St. Vincent's hospital in Manhattan. "She is stable and her doctors are assessing her needs," a rep for the singer confirmed to PEOPLE.

The New York Daily News is reporting that the New York Fire Department said Joel had taken eight pills, though the type of pill is not known.

According to a Radar source, Alexa had been having a rough time with her personal life lately, thanks in part to both of her parents' recent public divorces. Brinkley's nasty divorce from Peter Cook made headlines around the world due to his infidelity, and Joel's divorce from Katie Lee Joel this year also allegedly rattled Alexa. A report in PEOPLE suggests that Alexa's actions followed a breakup with her boyfriend.

Alexa, obviously influenced by her father's talents and success, has gone into the music business as well, releasing her first album, 'Sketches,' in 2006.

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Celebrity Health Scares

Singer-songwriter Alexa Ray Joel reportedly suffered an overdose on Dec. 5. She is the 23-year-old daughter of Billy Joel and Christie Brinkley.

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Celebrity Health Issues

Singer-songwriter Alexa Ray Joel reportedly suffered an overdose on Dec. 5. She is the 23-year-old daughter of Billy Joel and Christie Brinkley.

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'Golden Girls' star Rue McClanahan announced on Nov. 5 that she's in the hospital "having some maintenance on the old ticker." There are reports the 75-year-old actress had bypass surgery.

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Actor Dennis Hopper has been diagnosed with prostate cancer. The actor is undergoing treatment in a special program, according to his manager.

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Former Smiths singer Morrissey collapsed onstage during a show 100 miles west of London. He has been released from the hospital following overnight observation.

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'The Bachelor' and 'Dancing With the Stars' star Melissa Rycroft recently got a touch of the swine flu, but wants everyone to know "how easy it is to battle this flu when you take the proper steps such as seeking the care of a doctor."

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Backstreet Boy Brian Littrell was diagnosed with the Swine Flu, causing him to cancel many New York appearances with the rest of the group.

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'Annie Hall' actor Tony Roberts, 69, was hospitalized on Oct. 4 after falling ill during a performance of 'The Royal Family' on Broadway. Audience members say he was "talking gibberish" for several minutes before the show was stopped.

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Tori Spelling has been hospitalized with mysterious stomach pains, her rep says.

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Actress Kristin Chenoweth felt a migraine coming on after winning an Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a comedy series. She was examined by paramedics on the scene and recovered after resting.

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Saturday 05 December

By shane

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such a pretty girl and billy's my idol.Things happen but your daughter will recover B.O.L JOEL FAMILY

By Trina

Sound like a break up with a boyfriend. Hope she recovers fully.

By Lazarus Long

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"Pretty girl"? Did your seeing eye dog tell you that?

This poor girl got seriously screwed in the genetic lottery. Her mother is Christie Brinkley,and she ends up looking just like her father in drag.

I hope she recovers and gets her life in order. 23 is too young to be throwing it away.

By uptown girl

Larazus Long....what a cruel thing to say. Please post a photo of yourself so I can see what you look like!!!

By Scott

Pretty? She looks like the Joker. Her mom IS beautiful though.

By Richard Neva

Not my kind of music, had a headache to begin with and it got worse listening to her sharp squeal!

By PEPPA

ALEXA DEAR.... IF YOUR PARENTS WENT THROUGH A PUBLIC DIVORCE, WHAT DID YOU EXPECT.? THEY ARE PUBLIC PEOPLE.

IF THAT IS INDEED ( and I doubt that it is ) THE REASON FOR THE PILLS , THEN YOU HAVE TO GROW A THICKER SKIN. >>>> SH*T HAPPENS GIRL !
>>> I DO WISH YOU WELL.... JUST TOUGHEN UP !!!

By Kath

That is truly sad about Alexa Ray Joel. I've followed her on FaceBook and her talent is absolutely amazing! Moreover, she seems to be true to her own self. I hope that she quickly improves. She has too much to offer the World!

By aduh

She is so ugly.Whats with the mouth full of big chompers??

By mark

Yea and I hope she bites your head off, jerk!!!!!

Sunday 06 December

By K

I totally agree with you, It's sad to say, but sometimes the truth hurts. She fell out of the ugly tree, and hit every branch on the way down.... Just sayin..

By mittie

dear aduh, your're writing on a blog know one can see or look at you i'm sure to some your not that great looking either, but being the coward and ass that you seem to be i'm sure that did'nt cross your mind

By oman

Alexis and the rest of the Joels. Get well soon honey. You have a great life ahead of you. Don't worry, don't hurry, get well no matter how long it takes. YOUR gifted and it has nothing to do with anyone but you. Get it going again. You can and will do it. Take your time. Best of luck. A Fan

By gposner29

Another reason to not have kids...

By sally

PARENTS GET DIVORCED..........GET OVER IT.......DRUGS IS NOT THE ANSWER.....

By Terry

Of course, she's Billy Joels' kid. How special is she, what a talent.

Wishing her the best, hopefully, her life will straighten itself out. She will have to work hard, but she has to do it, she's a gem.

Keep the faith, kid....

By nomdec

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By Foo Shnickens

Her parents got divorced eons ago. I'm sure she's well and long over it. That's not it.
Probably the stress of trying to follow in Dad's footsteps, but not quite making it (who the hell could duplicate THAT success??) is probably what's bringing her down....

By Ginny

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Yes, Billy and Christie got divorced years ago but both had remarried are have gone/are going thru public divorces...........

By Pat

When daddy marries someone practically the same age as you it leaves a question mark?

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