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Paul McCartney Tapped to Sing at Prince William's Wedding Reception

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Paul McCartney has a sweet deal on his hands. The former Beatle (who was knighted by the Queen in 1997) is set to perform at the royal wedding of Prince William and his wife-to-be Kate Middleton.

The English musician was reportedly approached by Prince William to showcase his talents at the couple's Buckingham Palace reception, following the April 29 nuptials ceremony. The pair selected the 'Only Mama Knows' singer as their "No. 1 choice." McCartney has been asked to perform several songs during the event, none of which have been disclosed yet.

Prince William and Kate Middleton will exchange vows at Westminster Abbey in a service that begins at 11AM. The couple will be married by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Rowan Williams.

While the Beatles legend will no doubt perform a slew of hits for the married set, he won't indulge in a dinner if meat is the main course. McCartney, 68, a vegetarian, recently wrote a letter to India's Prime Minister Manmohan Singh asking to designate Jan. 12 -- the anniversary of PETA India's founding -- as "a day to celebrate vegetarianism and compassion towards animals."


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robert

prince william,could,nt have a better musician.paul mccarthy,the best rock and roll band ever.and mccarthy the best rock and roll music writer ever,just listen to the body of music they wrote and played.

May 06 2011 at 4:41 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Chris morris

If you think everyone in the UK respects the royals and would find it a honnor, you are totally wrong.

January 16 2011 at 1:20 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Chris morris

The blokes no credibility or artistic integrity left....so why not? Become fully like 'Sir' Cliff, or fat Reg which is the way hes been going for years now. Lennon must be turning in his grave. Give me artists like Weller or Bowie ( who turned down awards from these parasites) and Elvis Costello.

January 16 2011 at 12:00 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
kassie

Look if someone asks you to perform at their wedding, it is an honour, and Paul has politely agreed. Perhaps others declined for all we know. Perhaps Elton John who just had a son via a surrogate is too busy or his presence is about a sad trajic event that would be hard for everyone to get past. Everyone respects Paul. He has been knighted by the Queen and he is enjoyed by William and Kate so what's to bicker about?

January 09 2011 at 9:38 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
GINA

BEST CHOICE EVER. THERE IS NO OTHER WHO CAN TOUCH THIS MOMENT , LIKE PAUL. I WOULD LOVE IF HE COULD PLAY IMAGINE FOR JOHN.

January 09 2011 at 9:13 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Kathy Hatter

i feel paul is a fine choice for some choosen selections..he is english, and the queen was fond of the beatles..also elton and his partner are busy raising a new baby, and have no time for preparing for such a huge affair..

January 09 2011 at 3:25 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
no smiths

Whats wrong with wearing fur?Man has been wearing fur since the beginning of time............

January 09 2011 at 1:34 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
artstudio15

Paul McCartney is an excellent performer for the wedding reception of Prince William and Princess Kate. He will give them memoriable moments of romance on their wedding day.


Prince Williams and Princess Kate presents a refreshing spirit for Great Britian.

January 09 2011 at 1:06 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
yolanda

They have nice teeth for Brits.

January 09 2011 at 12:47 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
liguy

Honestly? Probably because he is a fellow Brit and a knight, and they knew he would say yes. When I saw the teaser for the article I thought it was going to be someone like Susan Boyle, or the rock group (can't think of their name) that was Princess Diana's favorite group. If it were me, I'd pick Barbra Streisand, but she probably wouldn't say yes no matter how much money I threw at her!

January 08 2011 at 11:36 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply