Personal relationships of Paul McCartney

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Overview of the personal relationships of Paul McCartney

Paul McCartney, a member of The Beatles, has had several notable personal relationships throughout his life. These relationships have been with various individuals, including his wives, children, and close friends.

Early Relationships

Paul McCartney's early relationships were influenced by his rise to fame with The Beatles. During the early 1960s, he was romantically linked with several women, including Dot Rhone, his girlfriend from Liverpool. Their relationship lasted for about two and a half years.

Jane Asher

One of McCartney's most significant early relationships was with actress Jane Asher. They met in 1963 at a concert at the Royal Albert Hall and soon began dating. Asher was a significant influence on McCartney, and their relationship lasted until 1968. During this time, McCartney lived with Asher's family in London, which provided him with a stable home environment.

Linda McCartney

In 1967, McCartney met Linda Eastman, an American photographer. They married on 12 March 1969. Linda became a key figure in McCartney's life, both personally and professionally. She was a member of his post-Beatles band, Wings, and they had four children together: Heather, Mary, Stella, and James. Their marriage lasted until Linda's death from breast cancer in 1998.

Heather Mills

In 2002, McCartney married Heather Mills, a former model and anti-landmine campaigner. The couple had one daughter, Beatrice, born in 2003. However, their marriage faced significant challenges and ended in a highly publicized divorce in 2008.

Nancy Shevell

McCartney's current wife is Nancy Shevell, an American businesswoman. They began dating in 2007 and married on 9 October 2011. Shevell is a member of the board of the New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority and comes from a family with a long history in the trucking industry.

Children

Paul McCartney has five children. His eldest daughter, Heather, was adopted by McCartney after his marriage to Linda. Mary is a photographer, Stella is a renowned fashion designer, and James is a musician. Beatrice, his youngest daughter, is from his marriage to Heather Mills.

Close Friends

Throughout his life, McCartney has maintained close relationships with several individuals. His friendship with fellow Beatle John Lennon was particularly significant, although it experienced ups and downs over the years. McCartney also had a close bond with George Harrison and Ringo Starr, the other members of The Beatles. Outside of the band, McCartney has been friends with various musicians and public figures, including David Gilmour of Pink Floyd and Elton John.

See Also

• The Beatles
• Linda McCartney
• Heather Mills
• Nancy Shevell
• Stella McCartney
• John Lennon
• George Harrison
• Ringo Starr