But Brinkley also got romantic with another musician John Mellencamp.

When news broke of their relationship, the statuesque model confirmed their status withPeople.

“John and I are two people that have very full lives.

John Mellencamp and Christie Brinkley shoulder to shoulder

Upon their break-up, the couple released a statement via a rep that explained the situation.

Brinkley was promoting her own skincare line, eyewear, and hair extensions.

Meanwhile, Mellencamp was also working on something big more concerts for “Plain Spoken.”

John Mellencamp and Christie Brinkley walking

In addition to their work commitments, Brinkley and Mellencamp were also facing the difficulties of along-distance relationship.

Brinkley wrote a lengthyInstagram postin August 2016 refuting the claims.

She also reiterated the cause of their split was as originally stated.

Christie Brinkley and John Mellencamp arm in arm

“As to the problem John and I faced, it’s just Mileage.

Pure and simple.”

“Apparently, women just don’t like me very much.

That’s all I can say about that.”