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What Happened to Paul McCartney?
The Beatles co-founder who is still writing, recording and touring — an enduring icon in his eighties.
Paul McCartney helped create the Beatles and went on to a huge solo career. As of 2026 he is still active — performing, recording and touring more than six decades in.
The Beatles
Paul McCartney was born in 1942 in Liverpool and rose to fame as a founding member and bassist of the Beatles. With John Lennon he wrote many of the group's most celebrated songs, and the band's enormous success changed popular music forever. McCartney's gift for melody was central to their sound.
Wings and a solo career
After the Beatles disbanded in 1970, McCartney formed Wings, which became one of the most successful bands of the 1970s, with hits like "Band on the Run." He has since released dozens of solo albums and toured constantly, becoming one of the most decorated musicians in history.
An enduring performer
McCartney has never stopped working. Well into his eighties, he continues to record and perform stadium-sized shows, and in 2026 he announced new concert dates. He is widely described as one of the most successful composers in the history of popular music.
Where is Paul McCartney now
Paul McCartney remains active as of 2026, still performing and recording. He is regarded as a living legend — a Beatles co-founder and one of the most successful songwriters of all time who has never stopped making music.
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Sources
- Paul McCartney - Wikipedia — Wikipedia (2026-09-05)
- Paul McCartney to Play Intimate Concerts — Ultimate Classic Rock (2026-09-05)