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Paul McCartney

Paul McCartney is an English musician, songwriter, and member of the Beatles, born in Liverpool on 18 June 1942.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Paul McCartney is an English musician, songwriter, and member of the Beatles, born in Liverpool on 18 June 1942. He is also known for his work with Wings and for a long solo career, and he is one of the most commercially successful songwriters in popular music.

Early life

Paul McCartney was born in Liverpool, England, in 1942. Biographical sources identify him as James Paul McCartney and note his early development as a musician in Britain.

The Beatles and later career

McCartney rose to worldwide prominence with the Beatles, where he served as bassist, keyboardist, vocalist, and songwriter. After the band’s breakup, he formed Wings and continued recording and touring as a solo performer.

Songwriting and legacy

McCartney’s partnership with John Lennon is widely regarded as one of the major creative collaborations of 20th-century popular music. His catalog includes some of the best-known songs in modern popular music.

Personal life

McCartney has been married three times, most recently to Nancy Shevell in 2011. Public biographies also note his family life and children from previous marriages.

Key facts

McCartney gained global fame as the bassist and keyboardist for the Beatles, sharing songwriting and lead vocal duties with John Lennon.
After the Beatles split, he formed Wings and later continued as a solo artist.
He was born on 18 June 1942, which makes him 84 years old as of 2026.
He has been married to Nancy Shevell since 2011.
Public sources describe him as one of the most successful composers and recording artists of all time.

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Canadian context

McCartney has a large Canadian fan base and has toured extensively in Canada over his career, making him a major figure in Canadian popular music culture.

Frequently asked questions

How old is Paul McCartney?

Paul McCartney was born on 18 June 1942, so he is 84 years old as of 2026.

What is Paul McCartney's net worth?

A widely cited entertainment source gives his net worth as about US$1.3 billion, but exact figures vary by source and are estimates rather than audited totals.

Is Paul McCartney still alive?

Yes. Recent sources and current 2026 references describe him as living and still active professionally.

Paul McCartney songs list

McCartney’s songs include “Yesterday,” “Blackbird,” “Penny Lane,” and “Eleanor Rigby,” among many others credited to the Beatles and his solo career.

Paul McCartney wife

Paul McCartney’s wife is Nancy Shevell; they married in 2011.

Paul McCartney last concert

The provided sources do not identify a single definitive last concert. They do show that McCartney was still performing publicly in 2025, including appearances noted in February 2025.

References

Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_McCartney
Supports: Birth date, full name, Beatles role, and general biography.
Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Paul-McCartney
Supports: Birthplace, occupation, Beatles fame, Wings, and general biography.
Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/facts/Paul-McCartney
Supports: Birth date, age, and notable family member information.
AOL — https://www.aol.com/paul-mccartney-83-look-back-101500536.html
Supports: Marriage to Nancy Shevell and recent age reference.
Smooth Radio — https://www.smoothradio.com/artists/paul-mccartney/age-net-worth-wife-and-children/
Supports: Net worth estimate and spouse information.
Biography.com — https://www.biography.com/musicians/paul-mccartney
Supports: Spouses, children, biography, and continued touring.
TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/paul-mccartney/
Supports: Birth date, spouse, and basic biographical details.
Kennedy Center — https://www.kennedy-center.org/artists/m/ma-mn/paul-mccartney/
Supports: Birthplace and biographical profile.