Does Alexa Ray Joel Have a Husband? She Has Been Engaged to Ryan J. Gleason since 2018

Alexa Ray Joel followed her famous parent's footsteps and inherited their artistic gene. Following the singer-songwriter's captivating voice and heartfelt compositions, fans have been curious about who Alexa Ray Joel's husband is.

Alexa Ray Joel is the daughter of music legend Billy Joel and model Christie Brinkley. Despite having famous parents, she is successful in her own right. She has carved her path in the entertainment industry, enchanting audiences with her soulful performances and establishing herself as a rising star.

While Alexa now embraces the stage, she revealed she hasn't always been fond of the attention that comes with living in the spotlight. The 37-year-old shared her and her sister's experiences growing up and discussed the challenges of navigating constant media scrutiny and enduring harsh criticism.

Alexa revealed that during her teenage years, she was shy, and the presence of paparazzi used to overwhelm her before she pursued a career as a performer. She noted that being young made her an easy target for criticism, adding that one particular tabloid resorted to drawing unkind things on her face.

Though she is grown and has gotten used to the media attention, her professional life has also ignited the public's interest, with many people curious about her personal life and who Alexa Ray Joel's husband is.

Alexa Ray Joel Got Engaged in 2018

Alexa is not married; however, she has been engaged to her fiancé Ryan Gleason since 2018. The daughter of Billy Joel and Christie Brinkley went public about her engagement when she shared a photo of her and her fiancé hanging out at the beach.

Fans quickly noticed the beautiful and classy emerald-cut engagement ring on her finger. In her post, Alexa narrated how the proposal was, noting she was not prepared for the moment. She wrote:

"...So I was completely taken off-guard, dumbstruck, and shell-shocked- and FOR ONCE in my life, I had absolutely no words, and I couldn’t speak... I just kept staring at this ridiculously exquisite ring- and he was just hysterically laughing at me!!! 🕊💎🕊"

Despite her shock, she said yes to Ryan. Alexa recounted more proposal details in an additional snapshot capturing the exhilarating moment. She wrote:

"He said to me: Before I met you, my world was in black and white. You colored it in between the lines. It was the most beautiful thing anybody's ever said to me. How could I possibly say no to that?"

Who Is Ryan J. Gleason?

Alexa's partner is a licensed real estate salesperson. He attended the University of Southern California and graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Business Finance. He also holds a degree in Hotel/Tourism management.

His clients describe him as focused, dynamic, and passionate. Ryan offers his clients real estate brokerage services, which include listing representation, rental management buyer representation, and commercial properties.

His primary area of expertise is looking for perfect homes and also examining the financials of the next project to execute. Alongside his role as the proprietor of Paradise Hospitality, a New York City-based company, he has dedicated himself to designing and launching numerous bars and restaurants for 15 years.

His diligent efforts and unwavering dedication have propelled his success in the industry. Through his involvement in site selection, design, and financial analysis for these projects, Ryan has honed his abilities and gained firsthand knowledge of residential and commercial real estate.

According to his profile on his company's website, he and Alexa live in Sag Harbor, Long Island, New York. Although the couple pursues careers in different fields, they share numerous commonalities.

Their shared interests include a mutual love for sunglasses, watching movies, food, and a deep appreciation for music. Also, Ryan enjoys observing Alexa's creative process as she crafts new songs.