Billy Joel Stands Against Unauthorized Biopic, Calls It Misguided
Billy Joel’s reps condemn the development of the biopic Billy & Me as legally and professionally misguided, noting it has no rights to his life or music. Directed by John Ottman and written by Adam Ripp, the project is pitched as an origin story focusing on Joel’s formative years and the people around him, but Joel has not authorized or supported it. Life rights are reportedly held for Mazur and Small, who are involved as consultants/co-producers, leaving the singer’s blessing unclear and his music catalog not part of the plan.
