When it comes to Sir Paul McCartney, he is a legend who doesn’t await anyone’s introduction. A famous British musician, Paul McCartney is one of the richest musicians who rose to fame being part of the worldwide phenomenon, The Beatles.
Ever since his debut into the music world in the 1960s with the Beatles, Paul McCartney has upturned the world and caused frenzy (in the best way possible). Following disbanding from the Beatles, Paul McCartney went solo and even founded the band, Wings.
This article will look into Sir Paul McCartney’s net worth, his early and personal life, and his career trajectory.
Early Life
Sir Paul McCartney was born on 18th June 1942, in Liverpool, England to James and Mary. Tragedy first hit Paul’s life when he lost his mother when he was just 14 years old due to a brain embolism.
Paul’s father, on the other hand, played trumpet and piano professionally. They even had an elaborate piano set up in their home, which Paul practiced a lot during his childhood.
One of the first tunes that Paul composed later went on to become a hit, “When I’m Sixty Four.” Paul’s love for music was instilled within him from a very early age and he wrote his very first song on an acoustic guitar at the age of 14.
Personal Life
Paul McCartney married Lind Eastman in 1969 and the couple had four children. However, Linda died in 1998. Later in 2002, Paul remarried Heather Mills and the two welcomed a daughter but then ended up separating in 2008. Three years later in 2011, Paul married Nancy Shevell.
Career
Paul’s career in the music scene started after he met John Lennon and the Quarrymen at just 15. He joined the band as a rhythm guitarist. Once the band gained traction, they ended up renaming themselves “The Beatles”. The final formation of the band Ringo Starr happened in 1962.
Soon after, The Beatles ended up becoming the “next big thing” and they started touring the U.S. and the U.K., breaking records and selling millions of records. To this day, The Beatles are the biggest artist with the maximum record sales of all time in the U.S.
Following years of success, The Beatles disbanded in 1970 following which Paul McCartney went solo and released his debut album, McCartney. Later in 1971, he founded the band, Wings. He was supported by his wife, Linda McCartney in the band and since then he has been touring his songs and records.
To this day, Paul McCartney has released 22 pop studio albums and around 5 classical albums. This is without counting the records he released with The Beatles.
Net Worth
Paul McCartney has an estimated net worth of around $1.2 billion, making him one of the richest musicians in the world. Besides his music credits, album, and record sales, Paul also earns from the tours that he does. He is also associated with multiple brands and endorses their products, further contributing to his net worth.