The documentary 'Billy Joel: And So It Goes' premiered at the Tribeca Festival, focusing on a challenging chapter of the singer's life. After an affair with Elizabeth Weber, the wife of his best friend Jon Small, Joel faced immense guilt and turmoil, leading to a severe depression that resulted in suicidal attempts. The fallout from his relationship with Weber disrupted his career and personal life, illustrated by his struggles with homelessness and substance abuse during this dark period. Joel's family provides insights into his emotional state, revealing the extent of his suffering at that time.
I had no place to live. I was sleeping in laundromats and I was depressed, I think to the point of almost being psychotic... So I figured, 'That's it. I don't want to live anymore.'
Bill and I spent a lot of time together... It was a slow build. When Jon suspected something was going on, I confessed, 'I'm in love with your wife.'
I felt very, very guilty about it. They had a child. I felt like a homewrecker... Jon was very upset. I was very upset.
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