NEW YORK — The Piano Man has hit another sour note.
Singer Billy Joel and his third wife, Katie Lee, have split, the couple revealed Wednesday.
"After nearly five years of marriage Billy Joel & Katie Lee Joel have decided to separate," read a joint statement from the couple released by their reps. "This decision is a result of much thoughtful consideration. Billy & Katie remain caring friends with admiration and respect for each other."
Joel, 60, and Katie Lee, 27, were married in September 2004. Their sunset wedding was held at Joel's 15-acre waterfront Center Island estate in Long Island.
It was the third trip to the altar for Joel, who was previously married to Christie Brinkley (1985-94) and Elizabeth Weber (1973-82).
The marriage was the first for the much younger Katie Lee, a culinary pro who hosted the first season of Bravo TV's "Top Chef."
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