Christie Brinkley, the renowned actress and supermodel, has always prioritized family over her lengthy career. She stars alongside Steve Guttenberg in “American Summer,” a heartwarming film celebrating family connections and simpler times. Brinkley, 72, reveals that the themes in the movie reflect her own life values. Her home is a place where her three adult children are always welcome and they frequently return.
The film, released on September 4, features Guttenberg’s character reminiscing about a pivotal childhood summer. It includes memories of baseball, first love, and the mysterious disappearance of his father, a U.S. Army serviceman, overseas.
“I have always been all about family,” Brinkley said. “I want my kids to be independent, but they know they can always come back home.”
Brinkley’s children—Alexa Ray Joel, Jack Paris Brinkley-Cook, and Sailor Brinkley-Cook—are a central focus in her life. She attributes their close relationship to the family-oriented environment she experienced with her own parents. After losing both parents in 2012, Brinkley cherishes family time more than ever.
Steve Guttenberg, Brinkley’s co-star in “American Summer,” understands the importance of family. He paused his acting career to care for his father, highlighting the invaluable moments spent with family.
Brinkley continues to strive for a strong family bond. Her daughter Alexa Ray prepared for a concert while her son Jack attended the film premiere with her. Brinkley believes audiences today crave stories that highlight family and human connection, especially in the digital age.
She expresses that people need to disconnect from technology to foster personal interactions. Brinkley often enjoys simple pleasures like gathering around a bonfire or birdwatching. She notes the growing interest in birdwatching and nature appreciation as ways to unwind.
Through her personal and professional endeavors, Christie Brinkley remains committed to family values and encourages others to embrace the beauty of slowing down and connecting with loved ones.