Billy Joel and third wife Katie Lee are officially calling it quits. We saw this coming months ago, but at the time Joel and Lee were still attempting to figure their marriage out. At least publicly, that is. Alas, the pair confirmed the news yesterday. Parting between an older, short, balding guy and good-looking glamazon is such sweet sorrow.

more Billy and Katie after the hop…

In a statement to The New York Daily News:

“After nearly five years of marriage, Billy and Katie have decided to separate. This decision is the result of much thought and consideration. Billy and Katie remain caring friends, with admiration and respect for each other.”