Paul McCartney accepts award at the 1999 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

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[@faithaliciouslove]

This is the most vulnerable I think I have ever seen Paul McCartney in any video or sound clip ever, even since the 1960's. It's sad to see how much he was hurt from the loss of Linda

[@hategreed1]

A terrible loss. A GREAT LOVE.

[@njits789]

That's because you haven't seen this clip: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b5rRoZx_hsmGoJI

[@optimusprime732able]

Yes I could feel (while watching this video). Sir Paul McCartney was still sad about that great loss of his wife, Linda (died last 1998), he's still grieving that time, I read some articles that he grieved for more than a year, if I'm not mistaken.

[@lyndalyons4398]

@@optimusprime732able Yes, and this is the first time I've ever seen him acting 'real' with his daughter in public. She was having a hard time of it also. Always hated the undershirt though.

[@GizaJ]

@lynda Lyons the undershirt may have looked sloppy but the story behind sentiment is true. Jan Werner of rolling stone magazine fame and the rock and roll hall of fame gatekeeper urged Paul to induct Lennon and promised paul he’d be inducted following year. But Jan hated paul and reneged on that promise for a long time. Jan sided w Lennon in early 70s and singlehandedly strived to negatively review all Paul’s solo albums despite their popularity

[@nickjjismyhusband]

Its saddening to me reading these comments saying things like "Disappointing speech" or "He seems so unprofessional/ he looks drunk ect"...isn't it obvious? Or do you people fail to notice how SAD and still how heartbroken he was from losing the love of his life. I mean he was in grief for over a year about Linda's death, he didnt work, he stayed home got depressed and cries his eyes out for months. And then he has to attend events like this one and be the most normal he can be. People are so ignorant.

[@evesolis6133]

Yes and plus the hall of fame is a minor recognition compared to the recognition beatles get from us, so there's no point in taking it too seriously.

[@DennisRatering]

Slime Clouds ... Indeed, at this moment of time he should be drunk.... he lost the love of his life.... makes him human!

[@MrJoeybabe25]

I thought at first this might have been before Linda died in 1998. Paul's first record was in 1970 so I assumed he was inducted at the first opportunity in 1995. Why Paul McCartney did not get in when he was first eligible is quite the questioning of the judgment of the RARHOF. Rave on rock star 20 years later!

[@charliem251]

Fuck'em - yep he was drunk - so what -go to an aa meeting. My name is Paul - im an alcoholic. Paul is an artist who killed it. And he was a Beatle.

[@joanieb641]

D E S I I couldn’t have said it better. It was heartbreaking watching this video. 😥😥.

[@alejolopera]

LOVE 3.03 when he said : you´ve got me and john what about george and Ringo? ....THAT´S GOOD PAUL

[@brittanybednar8504]

"She's going to be highly embarrassed, but I don't care." Haha! That's such a dad thing to say.

[@sibe6096]

He lost his mother as a young teen, his father, then John, George, Linda. It is very sad.

[@t.j.schmidt3135]

and of course george martin just this year. he's been through a lot

[@mistermoonlight1719]

SIBE that's life , some day the same will happen to all of us. eventually all of our worlds die

[@christianfrazier6202]

George died after Linda. He was still alive at this point

[@hipsterdoofez8558]

That's life buddy, man up.

[@tommyk6719]

hipster doofez You think that he wasn’t already “manning” up? You’re wrong! Go somewhere else for your attention needs. This is Paul McCartney for ffs!

[@CezzL]

This is actually really fucking heartbreaking.

[@earthlingforever1269]

Paul lost his mother, John, and Linda in his life. You people that mock his "shallowness" really have no idea of his grieving process or how he cares to deal with such emotionalism at the times of his awards. May you all grow up one day to include compassion and understanding in your list of things to become.

[@ChunKeyPeach]

How can you forget about Harrison who just died in 1998...

[@schlauschlau7173]

ChunKeypeachezz Z 1998? It was november 29, 2001.

[@ChunKeyPeach]

Schlau Schlau for the longest time I though it was 98. Shit 2001? Fuck.

[@madison-jc1ht]

along with Harrison and Epstein

[@kosi684]

Also his father

[@JuneLynn]

I don't know how anyone could blame Paul for being drunk here...he had lost the love of his life and was just trying to get thru this night....Linda wanted this...love Stella, so sweet to be there for her daddy..

[@paulgtarist]

Everybody gets drunk at the Rock and Roll hall of fame, though. Ringo was drunk too when the Beatles got inducted.

[@markmccallum7623]

You are right....I lost my wife right at the same time Paul lost his wife, Linda. My heart was breaking all over again. I get what Paul was feeling.

[@TheBluewaterBlonde]

I believe he invited her up there to be his strength. He leaned on her the entire time she was on stage and that about says it. When she finally took a look at her dad I thought she was going to cry first.

[@groovygirl23]

Linda had recently died. He and Stella were both still in mourning. He was also a bit drunk. But show some compassion. His love of 30 years had just died.

[@maryhyland]

How do you know he was a bit drunk? Because he didn't have anything planned to say? Perhaps. I think he was highly emotional and wanted Stella for support. That was Paul....wanting someone by his side. A man truly from the North. This was right around the time he met that cow Heather Mills. Think of someone so vulnerable and that whale swallowing him up whole and then spitting him out. Awful but I guess we can all say we've been there to some degree. I have nothing damaging to write because I love Paul, too and just want to comment that I agree with the person who wrote about Rolling Stone rag. Yeah, it was, at one time, the national version of the early Village Voice....now it's a sham. And, sadly true about the RRHF.

[@GroovyShelly]

Mary Hyland Mary, I didn't mean to be negative at all. Sorry if it came off that way. Paul himself admitted in several interviews that he was drunk on that night. Who could blame him? I think Stella being at his side was wonderful. Paul & Linda were terrific parents.

[@aerialkate]

+Mary Hyland - Mary - I'm from the North too. I'm not sure what that's got to do with it. He did look a bit pissed (drunk), but as Shelly wrote - it would be understandable. He'd probably gone to events like this with Linda at his side for decades. He was without her and possibly needed a bit of dutch courage. I know when someone's had a few; and he'd had a few. Who cares?

[@maryhyland]

+Shelly Goldstein I am just seeing your reply from a year ago as there is another more recent posting. Of course I'm sure Paul could have easily had a few that night. I am also sorry if I projected anything unseemly. It was an extremely difficult time for him and he needed his daughter out there with him. So kind of you to respond.

[@maryhyland]

+aerialkate You're right of course that Linda would have accompanied Paul to these events, as she did over the many years they were married. It was undoubtedly an extremely tough night which his daughter softened by her support. As for being a northern man, well, he valued his family above all else, didn't he...learning this from his own dad following one of the worst wars in history...very sort of traditional and basic. It molded Paul's thinking as it did with many young men back then.

[@warwick802]

Its insane how Paul trying so hard hide all the pain he was feeling. You could tell he really wanted to be there with Linda

[@empireentertainmentevents1353]

Even when Paul was inducted into the Hall of Fame, he still remembered to tell the public to induct George and Ringo into the hall of Fame here. What a selfless guy he is. The night was all bout him....yet he mentioned both Beatle who are yet to be inducted after John and him.

[@TheBluewaterBlonde]

Of course, George and Ringo were his family also.

[@onlyrock1]

Paul is a good guy. He keeps an image of class to the best of his abilities. But honestly, he just lost the love of his life. CAN you blame him if he cut loose just this one time? Put yourselves in his shoes. I would be a disaster. He is the man.

[@tinafeyalien]

Not just lost, it was 11 months before.

[@veggieburgerwithfries]

tinafeyalien He lost the love of his life. Even if it was 11 months ago at the time, that type of loss takes time to heal from. Don’t be a dick about it

[@MarklovesJoan]

@@tinafeyalien The love of my life passed away nearly 8 YEARS ago and I'll never "Get over it." I don't like what you said BUT that being said, I will never wish this pain on you...or anybody else.

[@shaywestlake9709]

I think he called Stella up there because he couldn’t bare to be up their alone. I love Paul! He is/was my favorite Beatle. I loved all of them, but Paul was my favorite. I can’t imagine the loss he was feeling at the time. Give it a rest all of you picking on him or saying that will happen to all of us. Yes it will, but we will not be called on to get an award for what we had done with our husband/wive. He lost several close friends in such a short time.

[@Roheryn100]

@@tinafeyalien Trust me, losing your spouse of decades takes YEARS to recover from. I hope you never have to find out the hard way.

[@67danigutierrez]

Paul was hurt and you can see that he also is a very strong man on his emotions and feelings...Paul the best ever!!

[@best-movieclips]

Paul was high as hell 😂 what do you mean

[@laupis2559]

@@best-movieclips yeah cause it was one of the only means he can cope with the loss

[@michaelbarnhart2593]

@@laupis2559 It was not necessary to respond to the idiot there ^ :-/

[@fenderboy68]

@@best-movieclips Idiot!!

[@JoanneJaworski]

Men were EXPECTED to hide emotions and he was probably doing all he could do to hold it together.

[@madeleinehague648]

There go two people, father and daughter, heart-broken over losing Linda - even in the midst of Hall of Fame celebrations. What a great, close, loving family. Kudos to Paul and Linda for making family top priority.

[@BassicVIC]

Madeleine Hague Absolutely! And even drunk he managed to keep his emotions under control despite the obvious pain they are both feeeling. A consummate professional and a beautiful human being.

[@polandsopotgirl]

"This one's for you, baby" - that was so moving, so sweet!

[@reneen1018]

Stella was very emotional. She loves her mom and dad so much, it's very clear. Paul had a lot of grief inside him during this speech.

[@skimaster12]

if john was there hed say "hey shuddup when hes talkinggg" lol

[@TheBluewaterBlonde]

So true.

[@thaiscovo9408]

Best coment ever! ❤

[@simonantony4883]

This ones for you baby. beautiful

[@MoeSchavezstein79]

Maybe I'm amazed the way you loved Linda all the time. Paul, you rock!

[@JB19504]

It is good to see that Paul is much happier now. Nancy apparently takes good care of him, and his daughter Stella is a big, big success. He deserves happiness. Paul IS the man!

[@suziemcdonald9590]

The sweetest thing I've ever seen, Paul McCartney and his "date" baby Stella. Soooo adorable, he is adorable. She is his baby girl. lololol, like a good daddy he's trying to cheer her up. it worked. :)

[@micksoiseth2652]

What a guy. One of the all-time biggest talents ever, bar none. Add to that, a nice guy, a loving husband and father. He really was just winging it here, it would be very hard to do. Nice that he brought up his daughter spontaneously and said the award was for Linda, his true love.

[@katiie7]

Its 2021 and he hasn’t aged since 1999.. wow

[@benp.5698]

I know! He is still healthy as ever as he enters his eighties

[@Olivia-tl1le]

I’ve just watched this in floods of tears, it pains me so much to see how broken he was from losing the love of his life. Heartbreaking.

[@marisarico4933]

Perdió a su madre, a John, Linda, George...

[@jamesgoodman3705]

@@marisarico4933and there’s nothing wrong with silly little love songs :( Jesus we’re all gonna cry so hard when Paul goes 😢

[@pamandrobtrust7624]

Nice guy and upset over His loss of Linda. Money cant by you love. However love is something you cant buy. His family must be proud of a strong father. He gave us all, and continues to give the word great music. Thanks Paul.

[@rickrife9636]

What a very talented, humble man. Awesome

[@freebird3004]

I have so much respect for Sir Paul McCartney.

[@blm4791]

Paul’s pain here is multifaceted. He was promised by Jann Wenner (of the Rolling Stone, who has considerable sway over the Rock Hall of Fame; let’s be real, the two work in conjunction) to be inducted four years earlier. Wenner has always resented Paul on a personal level for no clear reason, forcing his staff to change reviews of Paul’s early solo efforts from positive to negative, and riding the “Lennon Remembers” fame train for as long as possible, even after John took back his rant years later. Wenner broke his promise, and that’s why Linda didn’t get to see Paul inducted, and that’s why Stella’s shirt says “Fucking finally.” We can’t ignore the dirty media politics that cause decent people considerable harm.

[@matthewallen194]

And now, everybody knows the kind of man that Jann Wenner is.

[@jonnuanez7183]

Jann Werner was a big part of the reason why people played the John vs Paul game for so long. He put John on a pedestal since the first cover and Paul was the guy who wrote old fogey songs. Unless you were in the know back then, they made up years before Lennon's death. But that didn't make good copy. So let's keep the narrative going, which does no one any good. And can you imagine Jann printing a positive comment on any of Paul's songs? John did like a lot of them, including Silly Love Songs (which was based on a John comment 😂)

[@CarstenPaulson-yh9yw]

I can understand your perspective. The music industry, like any industry, can involve politics and personal agendas that can impact an artist's journey. It is unfortunate that Paul McCartney experienced such treatment from Jann Wenner and his team at Rolling Stone, which likely caused him and his family pain and disappointment. However, what matters most is that Paul was eventually recognized for his contributions to rock and roll, both as a member of the Beatles and as a solo artist. It is a great accomplishment and a testament to his talent and influence in the music world.

[@MusicMasterTasmania]

@@matthewallen194 yeah Jann Wenner can go eat one.

[@blm4791]

@@CarstenPaulson-yh9yw Paul is incredibly talented and a genius, so I agree with you there, but I also care about how things develop throughout history, even rock ‘n roll history. I think it’s a bad habit of Beatles fans to say, “Well, everything turned out alright, so what does it matter?” But I think that attitude is pretty lazy, and I don’t commend it.

[@bd9598]

His baby Linda who he was married to forever until her untimely death, I always admired their love. God Bless them both.

[@TheBluewaterBlonde]

I want to cry to see how emotional Paul is here, totally naked. He needed Stella for emotional support and that she gave him. I was widowed fairly young and the doctor had me on anti-depressants. Losing your wife or husband is the worst thing you can go through in life and it always leaves a hole, even later when you're fairly happy again.

[@Madridista970]

It was great to hear: "What about George and Ringo guys? Come on!" George got inducted but did Ringo? If not, we're still waiting!....

[@tHeMaRkInZiN]

From the future to say that Ringo did get inducted.

[@taybong]

George was inducted only in 2004, posthumously .(

[@SpotWorksLNC]

Now in 2019, glad to see “love wins” as the negative comments many are referring to are at the bottom, strongly outvoted by positive and supportive sentiments. Who wants to hear silly love songs? As a massive Paul McCartney fan, I do!

[@emilyruiz8704]

That really blew me away. Paul was totally himself and it makes me appreciate and love him even more as a person! He’s the best! I love the Beatles!

[@mtrask3970]

The adoration of millions of people, more money than anyone could ask for, and incredible musical talent and he only wishes for the one thing he cant have, Linda. When I feel sad, or sorry for myself for some reason, I think of this video and appreciate my 'Linda'. I like to think of this video as another of Pauls great love songs.

[@lisalentile177]

it makes me cry to see them so sad and he still managed to walk up there with his daughter and be a star that took strength if he drank so what I would too

[@TheBluewaterBlonde]

Paul's wife Linda had just passed away mere months before this ceremony. I am widowed and I can tell you it takes years to get "normal" again after your spouse passes.

[@bd9598]

Paul did not tell Linda that the ovarian cancer was not cured as they had thought, she never knew, he said he did not have the heart to tell her, she was so happy. 30 years plus, so happy together. God Bless Linda and Paul.

[@Kaagrant]

It was breast cancer, not ovarian.

[@TheFarmanimalfriend]

Paul has come out the other side. A person that I admire.

[@jimgardner1569]

A beautiful speech from the heart the year after his beloved wife died. All things considered, he did very well. Stella was a wonderful proxy for Linda since her presence may have been what enabled him to get through it. Anybody who didn't like his speech simply didn't understand.

[@MrBrungers]

Paul is a very very strong guy

[@tettyagustina5577]

A living lengend indeed. God bless you Paul Mc Cartney!!!

[@johncarey4186]

You made me cry Stella.

[@Belerofonte2588]

What an emotionally intelligent and strong man this guy is…

[@Andyvg99]

How is it possible that Paul was inducted 5 years AFTER John. Seriously? How did this not happen in the same year as John? I'll never figure out the RRHF.

[@allymayful]

Exactly!!! And then he would have been able to share it with Linda.

[@billellifritz8716]

Because Jann Wenner is crap

[@sharigreen9252]

@@billellifritz8716 You got it. Paul should have been inducted along with John. Jann Wenner promised he would be the following year if he inducted John in. But Wenner pulled a fast one and reneged on his promise. Even Elton John was inducted before Paul! Wenner. A real prick.

[@jessystreet]

Linda wanted this sooooo much, she was so upset when the others got it and he didn't, and then she died without see this. Stella is holding the tears. got me into tears

[@kenelizabethwhitfield7078]

He and his daughter was hurting ... really hurting. Yet he and she did it with all the grace possible. Bless them.

[@nycinstyle]

What a cool thing to do call his daughter up on stage with him after talking about his wife, and their daughter's mother, Linda. Made the moment more sentimental and real. He wants the honor of the award to be about his love, his late wife, Linda.

[@JorgeGeog]

Paul looks so young and old at the same time

[@chriscorman734]

How can such a happy moment in my life be sad at the same time. Love you Paul and miss Linda

[@Harpplayer504]

Thank you Paul,thank you for all the songs that I grew up with!

[@JuneLynn]

I commented on this before but was so thrilled for Paul that night....only sad that Linda wasn't there, so nice to see Julian Lennon at 3:08....and I certainly agree with Stella's shirt, it was definitely about time!...lol...such a lovely daughter, she really loves her Dad. ❤... and so do I 💜💜💜

[@PAlex-us4ov]

Paul McCartney can say whatever he likes in whatever manner he wishes.

[@CarolynGerhart]

I love the Beatles. We all had our favorite, even though we loved them all, Paul was always my mystery date. Every song, written just for me. Thank you, Paul for the memories. They are the greatest.

[@jeremykowalski8283]

this is perhaps the most sincere I've ever seen Paul

[@JuneLynn]

Paul was so lost here without the love of his life.....so happy for him now, God Bless him.....

[@Barbara-ld4ug]

Met him and Linda with the kids at airport. They were amazingly nice. A bu ch of 17 yr olds asking for an autograph and he joyfully signed and said I would be no where without the fans. A definite highlight in my little life.

[@granitestater1029]

The words on the shirt say what Paul and everyone always wondered WHAT TOOK SO LONG?

[@at90percent]

I find Paul to be an amazing man. Not only because of his amazing accomplishments, but how he has handled the tragedies in his life along with the fact that he is idolized where ever he goes. He keeps himself down to earth, focused on one of his first loves, music, and still keeps on entertaining others to this day. There are others who have had much less fame than he and have done a lot worse. Michael Jackson being one of them. Not picking on Michael, but you can see what could have happened,

Paul's ability to keep going surprises me every time. What a guy. Did you read Phillip Norman's bio? A great insight on Paul's way of handling different moments of his life, makes you love him even more.

[@tuxguys]

Nobody ever accepts an award with more unaffected aplomb than Sir Paul.

[@taramathews7784]

I would like my baby to share this with me..she wanted this ...That is so heartbreaking to listen to

[@pamnichols7877]

Man, this brought me to tears……

[@JuneLynn]

I agree with Stella's shirt!!.....thanks for sharing

[@funeralbillii9172]

Why hasn't Wings been inducted by themselves? They released over 20 singles here in the states and EVERY ONE of them was in the Billboard Top 40 (back when that meant something).

[@slatsgrobneck7515]

Paul is the most amazing person on the planet. What doesn't he do? And everything with the utmost class and humility.

[@LupeShoes]

Beautiful. He made me cry.

[@1in1000000]

I enjoyed Neil Young's introduction -- how he, a famous and talented musician in his own right, was still starstruck like the rest of us.

[@gregdahlen4375]

day in the life is pretty awesome

[@maxwellfan55]

Agree, sincere tribute to another great fellow songwriter. Neil's output maybe not so prolific, but then Harvest, Goldrush, Zuma rate alongside Macca's best.

[@mickavellian]

He is amazing he hits and sustained s baritone note and then follows with a little kid voice .."Thank You"

[@09jpick]

she was verging on tears due to the recent loss of her mother!!!!!

[@glenngreenberg2712]

He was really in a bad way at that time. Perfectly understandable, though.

[@ellenfonner3212]

I love Stella and her "About Fucking Time" shirt. And it was really was About Fucking Time he got inducted. Stella and her shirt is my favorite rock and roll moment from this silly rock and roll hall of fame. Paul, you and Linda raised a great kid.

[@zyxquark]

my god, without youtube there's a lotta' things I would never have seen!!!

[@iamskywalker23]

Anybody can say what they want against Sir Paul but he will remain one of the best composer ever if not the BEST among them! 😍🇵🇭

[@Maroonlink5]

He is just a man getting through life. Great speech

[@heenagrover4352]

You can tell by Sir Paul's speech how heart broken he was to lose his baby(Linda), a love like this is so hard to see these days especially in hollywood.

[@mr2001wilson]

I LOVE Stella’s T-shirt. You go girl, rock on.

[@seekenee]

he's cool, "she's beautiful, it's all beautiful"

[@playbackvintagehifihunter9669]

This is what you call being human! He clearly on the night didn't give a shit about the award, in fact he had to get drunk just to be able to cope throughout the whole ceremony. It was all about the lost of his true love and finally feeling vindicated from all the critics towards himself and Linda. Peace.

[@chairmanmajong]

You want to know what’s behind this? It’s simple: Jann Wenner, the man who essentially controlled the R&R Hall of Fame. He hated McCartney. After Paul agreed to induct John in 1995, Wenner told him you’ll be inducted next year. Next year came around and he was passed over. When Linda called Wenner’s office to complain, she was told, “Paul McCartney will be inducted into the R&R Hall when you’re a widow.” Finally, the year AFTER Linda’s death, when Paul was the widower, he finally got in. That was Jann Wenner, who thought he was championing Lennon by systematically setting out to destroy McCartney’s reputation from the moment the Beatles broke up. I wouldn’t have blamed Paul had he snubbed the ceremony. But he went because of Linda, because she fought hard for him to be there

[@louisep5178]

Paul is so real I hope he is happier again now. Amazing music and voice and songs 👌🙏

[@Alan..W]

Watching this in 2023 and how lovely Paul was so close to his family, and all these years later still is ....

[@TheJohn4ever]

Linda forever in my heart

[@erikaplays2088]

it’s beautiful to see how much he loved Linda❤️

[@astroash]

I love how everyone is a baby to Paul!

[@worschtee1]

This is very heart wrenching to watch. The poor man just lost the love of his life, and he's accepting an award that she had wanted him so desperately to have. And how ironic...the last time he was on that stage it was to induct his dear friend John Lennon into the Hall of Fame. He TOO was not there to experience it. I'm sure so much was going through Paul's mind that night..happiness, sadness. I would've been drunk out of my mind as well.

[@gretchennelson7056]

They should have been inducted together.

[@ningen7619]

What a man! Absolute legend, after all he's been through he handles himself very nicely

[@jakobmhleskjtskift9685]

It's good that Paul McCartney is not a Mike Love when it comes to speeches

[@4FabBEATLES]

Paul is a brilliant musicina and a great, humble man. After everything he went through, and was going through at the time it's amazing that he has the strength to keep living, let alone keep on rocking. Even if he was drunk, you can't blame him. You can tell he meant every word he said- words from theh eart are the best words of all;- who needs some fancy

[@richardlee1972]

I also want to thank Paul for inspiring Neil Young to become a rock and roll musician. Neil turned out to be one of the very best song writers and musicians in rock and roll.

[@GarrettFellers]

This is very saddening, you can see he doesnt know what to make of it anymore

[@heorldofrock]

paul maccartney was and always will be the greatest rocker in history

[@nat00ben06]

Saw McCartney live 5 yrs ago even in his 60's Baby I was amazed!

[@muzikezify]

That must've taken a lot of courage on Paul's behal. Some of us think that we have problems & often complaint about things in life, yet there are people like Paul that no matter how much life kicks your ass you still have so much to give & the will to inspire so many thousands of people with his gift, his music. Thank you Sir Paul :)

[@ModerateObserver]

It's very sad to see an uncharacteristically drunken Paul in the middle of his grief. I also find it sad to see how much these kind of awards and accolades clearly meant to Paul at that time. Like he really needed the validation. Which is really ridiculous, because he was a fucking BEATLE - and musically, compositionally, emotionally he'd given as much as anyone to The Beatles (maybe more, given his efforts to keep it all going in the later years). But let's not forget: he'd had a rough time of it in the 80s and 90s -constantly being compared to the newly canonised John, and often not in favourable terms. It's noticeable how defensive he is in interviews during that period. I'm very glad that Paul seems to have found much more peace of mind in recent years. Pop culture has acknowledged his rightful place as an equal to John. And he seems to have come to terms with his own extraordinary legacy.

[@fabsca1970]

Problem is not death, the problem is about missing the people you love, that pain never goes away. So be kind to yourself and to Paul.

[@peter22564]

What Paul McCartney and the Beatles and his solo career gave to the world is priceless I always say this and I’ll say it again live love and leave a legacy he’s done it be grateful you lived in the time of Paul James McCartney lastly I’m an ex chauffeur I’ve had the pleasure of driving Stella McCartney and it’s been well documented Paul and Linda bringing up the kids normal I could see that and hear that and feel that with Stella the woman was real and I can assure you I’ve driven the top boys and girls and I spoke to them like anyone else off the street there’s no change with me where all one people but I gotta huge respect for Stella she appreciated my service and spoke to me like a human being well done Paul well done Linda you done your job as parents correctly ✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️

[@ColoradoViews50]

Paul usually maintains a bullet-proof public demeanor that only cracks occasionally - e.g., when Lennon was shot - but he's drunk (probably on purpose to show he, too, doesn't care) and lets his guard down. You guys are ragging on him for it, but this is a truly rare glimpse at Paul himself and not Paul's superb public relations skills. He knew he was getting the award, but intentionally decided against a prepared speech. Must have been an emotional night/time for him. I like his candor.

[@zxingzxing]

Paul McCartney is so deserving of this Award, God Bless.

[@catherinewilliams9680]

I love Stella's T shirt.

[@Illinois-Wildlife-Encounters]

It goes without saying Paul was grieving over Linda. Sir Paul, you are the tops. Loved his reference to where's the other two beatles? They belong in the Hall of Fame as well. Rock on Paul!

[@paliba1109]

It does not matter if he is drunk or not!!!!! He is divine anyway!!!!!!