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Paul McCartney

February 11, 2012 by · Comments Off on Paul McCartney 

Paul McCartney, Ex-Beatle Paul McCartney racked up yet another honor on Friday when he received the MusiCares’ 2012 Person of the Year award at a star-studded ceremony hosted by Grammy organizers ahead of this weekend’s major music awards.

The line-up of artists celebrating the former member of the Fab Four at the charitable affair included veteran artists Neil Young and James Taylor, singers Katy Perry, Norah Jones, Alicia Keys and Diana Krall, and pop rockers Coldplay and Foo Fighters,

McCartney opened with his own rendition of “Magical Mystery Tour” and throughout the night of tributes a string of performers sang tunes from his life’s work.

Katy Perry belted out a rendition of “Hey Jude.” Neil Young rocked the house with “I Saw Her Standing There.” Cold Play cried “We Can Work it Out,” and Alicia Keys gave a soulful version of “Blackbird” on piano.

“For me, obviously it’s great to here these fantastic artists singing my songs,” McCartney said when it came time to accept his award. He noted the different nuances each artist brought to his music and, of course, thanked everyone there.

Actor-comedian Eddie Izzard hosted the event to honor McCartney for his creative accomplishments over decades in the industry and his charitable work off the rock ‘n’ roll stage.

The gala for MusicCares, which is supported by Grammy organizers at the Recording Academy, raised $6.5 million to provide aid to musicians in need of help. The night featured a live auction of a red and cobalt blue piano, painted by Peter Max for Ringo Starr, that sold for $175,000.

Paul McCartney & Nancy Shevell

February 4, 2012 by · Comments Off on Paul McCartney & Nancy Shevell 

Paul McCartney & Nancy Shevell, A delighted Sir Paul McCartney and his new wife Nancy are pictured after their wedding in a kooky official portrait taken by Sir Paul’s daughter Mary.

Sir Paul and the new Lady McCartney had emerged beaming after the ceremony at Marylebone Register Office.

The newlyweds were greeted on the steps of the building by friends and family who covered them in rose petals.

The pair got into a car with Paul’s daughter Beatrice who had acted as bridesmaid and made their way to their North London home for the reception.

Sir Paul and Nancy, 51, became husband and wife in front of just 30 guests.

Ahead of the nuptials and with her groom by her side Nancy, who was wearing an ivory flower in her hair, had looked happy and relaxed.

The former Beatle was seen acting the perfect gentleman offering his wife-to-be a helping hand as they got into the car at their north London home.

As they arrived at the venue, the couple posed together and waved at fans.

Nancy had opted for a demure ivory knee-length gown, designed by Paul’s daughter Stella, which boasted button detail down the front and on the sleeves.

The bride was carrying a simple bouquet of mixed coloured roses while Sir Paul wore a smart navy suit and a light blue tie.

As the couple made their way up the steps Nancy turned around to the crowd and beamed, showing her delight at the day.

The pair were met at the top of the steps by Paul’s daughter Beatrice, who took on the role as flower girl.

The eight year old, whose mother is McCartney’s ex-wife Heather Mills, looked gorgeous in a pretty dress, a rose pink coat ballet slippers and a floral headdress.

On Sunday, the couple indulged in a pre-wedding workout and were seen leaving a gym together.

Sir Paul was expected to have performed a new song as a gift to his new wife at the reception.

The former Beatle will unveil the song on what would have been John Lennon’s 71st birthday.

He was also expected to sing ­the iconic Let It Be, which he wrote for the Beatles, and Let Me Roll It, which he wrote for his band Paul McCartney & Wings, reported the Daily Record.

He apparently sang Let It Be to Nancy during one of their first holidays together in Morocco three years ago.

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