Untitled Story of Elizabeth Ann Weber & Billy Joel’s Split Up

Do you love Billy Joel’s songs, and one of his early hits, “It’s Still Rock and Roll to Me,” has touched your soul and adhered in your heart? Why not? I’m a big fan of his songs too because of the melodic vibe, and his 1973s hit “Piano Man” leaves behind all the songs of his era.

Billy Joel is a legendary musician who has won six Grammy awards. A truly respected and distinguished musical career. Besides singer, he is also a famous songwriter, pianist, and composer.

Apart from his career, Billy Joel has also been glamorized around his love life. There is a proverb – “Everyone has got to be deprived of something.” And it is quite true in the case of Billy Joel as well. You must be wondering what someone of this legendary stature could be lacking – and that’s when the name of Elizabeth Ann Weber comes in.

Who is she? What is her relevance in the life of the piano man? Let’s take a deep breath and find out everything about her.

Who is Elizabeth Ann Weber?

If you already know about Elizabeth Ann Weber, then great. For those who don’t know about the story of her, then listen—she is his legally wedded wife.

As simple as this statement might sound, there is much more to it when it comes to the entire story.

Before meeting Joel, Elizabeth had not made much of her life in public. Well, I have some info about her early life and career.

Elizabeth was born in 1942 in New York City. It is known that she had been to New York University for her graduation. As of 2025, she will be 83 years old.

However, if you are wondering how Elizabeth and Billy Joel met, you need to dive into the entire backstory.

Brief Bio of Elizabeth Ann Weber

Before knowing about Elizabeth Ann Weber and Joel’s story, you also need to focus on Elizabeth’s few must-have facts. Here I’m trying to include them. Let’s check:

Bio	Brief
Real Name	Elizabeth Ann Weber
Year of Birth	1942
Age	83 (as of 2025)
Place of Birth	New York City
Parents	Unknown
Sibling(s)	Frank Weber
Nationality	American
Religion	Christianity
Educational Qualification	University of New York
Profession	Unspecified
Height	167 cm
Weight	47 kg
Zodiac Sign	Unspecified
Marital status	Divorced
Spouse(s)	Jon Small (1970-1973), Billy Joel (m.1973-1982)
Children	2
Net Worth	$1 million- $5 million

Let’s not waste time. I’ll bring you to the point. What was the impact of Elizabeth on Billy Joel’s life? Let’s read:

Know About The Backstory!

Elizabeth Ann Weber and Billy Joel were more than just acquaintances when they first met in 1967. In actuality, she was then married to Jon Small. Billy Joel joined the “Hassles Rock Group,” for which Jon was the drummer.

As you can see, Jon and Billy broke away from their home band and formed their own, Attila, at that point. At this point, even though Elizabeth was married, Billy and she began to like each other.

The Consequences of Having an Affair

The whole thing took a darker turn when their affair got exposed to Jon. After knowing about the affair, he ended up leaving the band. The startling thing is that Elizabeth decided to distance herself from both of these men, which made Billy Joel unhappy. His albums were struggling, his productivity was wrecked, and nearly everything appeared to be falling apart. It appeared as though this illustrious career would never begin, but he was spared by someone.

Elizabeth Returns for Her Love, Billy

Luckily for Billy, Elizabeth Ann Weber came back to him, resulting in their marriage in September 1973. After marrying, Elizabeth’s spouse appointed her as the manager of finances for his albums. This allowed Elizabeth the freedom to oversee all of Billy’s contracts and business arrangements.

Billy’s affection for Elizabeth was deep, clearly shown through the songs he devoted to her. The tracks “She’s Always a Woman” and “Just the Way You Are” are just a few of the countless songs he wrote for her.

So, what do you think? Everything appeared to be on the right path again? No, something is hanging left to reveal on the next. Let’s examine the story more closely:

Then What Went Wrong?

One of the biggest errors may have been allowing Frank, Elizabeth Ann Weber‘s brother, to enter the business. Frank was discovered to be stealing millions from Joel without anyone realizing. Consequently, in 1989, Billy initiated legal action against Frank. He sought $60 million in punitive damages and $30 million in compensation. However, all of that was futile, as Frank revealed his bankrupt status. This resulted in a resolution of only $3 million in a traditional court manner.

Billy also mentioned that Elizabeth was more focused on his financial wealth than on who he truly is. His doubt intensified when she requested the publishing rights for several of his songs. One of those songs was “Just the Way You Are,” which Billy composed for her. There was also speculation that Elizabeth could be manipulative at times, which made the already worsening situation between them even worse.

Why Did The Problem Become Severe?

The somewhat materialistic character of Elizabeth, as described by Billy Joel, led to the ultimate dissolution of their marriage. Billy claimed that he dedicated everything to preserve the marriage—even if it involved fulfilling his wife’s materialistic desires. Things declined so much that he even purchased her a $4 million mansion in the Upper East Side. 

The worst part? Even this was not enough to salvage their marriage. Consequently, a marriage that had lasted nearly a decade fell apart in 1982, marking the conclusion of the journey.

Life After Divorce!

Both partners went their separate ways upon being divorced. As for Elizabeth Ann Weber, there is no clue about her present whereabouts or her well-being. It seems like she has taken a step back from publicity and has chosen to maintain a low-profile life.

As for Billy Joel, he got married thrice after being divorced in 2015. He is currently married to his fourth wife, former executive Alexis, who is 33 years younger than Billy Joel. Billy and Alexis have two children: Alexis Della Rose Joel and Remy Anne Joel.

Conclusion

Remarkable love tales have been cherished since ancient times. Thus is the brief marital life of Elizabeth Ann Weber and Billy Joel. The pair might have experienced a joyous conclusion typical of any traditional love story, but unfortunately, this world lacks romance. Their tale remains alive for many supporters who once valued their duo and will be passed on by music lovers who appreciated their connection. 

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