Sir Paul McCartney is a famed musician, composer, and recording artist who has appeared in several movies and television specials. He is also well known as a painter, author, environmentalist, and a community and world activist. Born James Paul McCartney on June 18, 1942 in Liverpool, England, U.K. Originally rose to fame in the early 1960s as a member of The Beatles. He continued his musical career after The Beatles breakup in 1970, formed the group Wings, and became a successful solo artist. His songs have won Grammy Awards and have been nominated for an Oscar, Golden Globe, and a Emmy. McCartney was knighted in December, 1996. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Beatles in 1988, and as a solo artist in 1999.
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- Paul McCartney Official site featuring information on his latest musical release, as well as news, lyrics, forum, and related links.
- MACCA Central Extensive news and information on albums, fan clubs, family, interviews, photographs, television appearances, archives, and other related subjects.
- Paul McCartney Paintings Photographs, gallery location, press releases, and reviews of Paul's artwork exhibition at Kunstforum Lÿz from 1 May to 25 July 1999. Available in English and German.
- (4148) McCartney Details of a minor planet named in honor of Paul McCartney.
- Art of Paul McCartney Exhibition covering his solo art show at the Walker Art Gallery in his hometown of Liverpool. News, photographs, and information.
- IBDb: Paul McCartney List of Broadway productions featuring McCartney's songs.