Paul McCartney Was Widowed Dad of 4 & Found Bliss at 69 with Spouse Who Beat Cancer That Took 1st Wife
|Paul McCartney and Nancy Shevell. | Source: Getty Images
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Paul McCartney was happy in his perfect marriage with Linda, his first wife.
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Unfortunately, Linda died, leaving Paul, a widower with four kids.
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Losing his first wife was painful, but at 66, luck smiled at him when he found Nancy, his third wife and stepmother to his kids.
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Paul marks the eleventh anniversary with his wife, Nancy.
English singer and songwriter Paul McCartney was famous during his time in “The Beatles.” His guitar prowess, songwriting skill, and sharing of lead vocals with John Lennon remain among the most outstanding in music history.
Paul’s career was a smooth sail, as well as his marriage to Linda McCartney, his first wife. Their perfect romance, nearly eternal, lasting for thirty years, was one of the extraordinary love stories in the entertainment industry.
Paul McCartney and his wife Linda, who performed together as Wings after the break-up of the Beatles on 2nd December 1972. | Source: Getty Images
Their paths met in 1967. They had attended the Bag O’Nails Nightclub in London Soho. While recalling the genesis of their affair, Paul noted that it was love at first sight— he could not deny the instant attraction he felt for Linda.
Two years later, they tied the knot in Britain. Paul continued his quest to stardom, while Linda, who worked as a photographer, extended her horizon. As a family woman, she focused on more intimate and emotional materials.
Linda loved their home in Scotland and was into horse riding and other animals. Yet, she settled into a domestic lifestyle.
Paul McCartney and his family in Brisbane zoo, Brisbane, November 1975. | Source: Getty Images
Once they became a couple, the “The Beatles” band member adopted Heather, Linda’s daughter from a previous relationship. Then they began to enlarge their family, including daughters Mary and Stella and their son, James.
The family enjoyed the countryside, and Paul was always available for his family during his busy career. The couple lived happily until Linda’s untimely death.
In 1998, the photographer lost her battle with cancer and died at age 56. This was a very difficult time for the singer,...