He is arguably the most sought after autograph in showbusiness.
Sir Paul McCartney insists, however, that he will no more oblige fans to sign his signature as it is ‘pointless.
The former Beatle, now 79, said he would rather chat with fans than sign his name onto a piece of paper or take a selfie after being pestered for over 50 years.
Making a choice: Sir Paul McCartney insists he will no longer oblige fans with his signature because it is ‘pointless’
Readers Digest heard from him: “It always struck me as strange – here, can I write down your name on this till receipt please?” Why? We both know who we are.
Sir Paul also said that he had a dim view of photos because they are often of inferior quality.
He added, “What you usually have is a ropey shot with a poor backdrop and me looking quite miserable. Let’s talk, let’s share stories.
Let’s get to it! The former Beatle, 79 years old, said that he would rather chat to fans than sign his name on a piece paper or take a selfie after a decade. Pictured in 2012
”It always struck me as a bit strange’: The superstar takes a dim view of autographs and photos, usually because of their inferior quality. Pictured: A signed Beatles postcard dating back to 1963
The decision follows Ringo, former Beatles bandmate and signer, who decided to stop signing autographs in 2008
After realizing others were profiting, the star made the right decision.
At the time, he stated to the Press Association: “I don’t sign autographs.” All autographs are on things that I have (done). It goes to charity if it is one of my paintings or something that I am involved in. It doesn’t go to other people to be sold.
Following suit: The decision follows former Beatles bandmate Ringo Starr’s decision to stop signing autographs in 2008
The drummer posted a message on his website in which he stated that he would no more sign memorabilia and would binne fan mail. This decision was made after eBay fans made money from his eBay signature.
No stranger to charitable offerings himself, Sir Paul recently attended the Robin Hood Benefit at the Jacob Javits Center in New York on Wednesday night.
The icon was seen with his arms around Nancy Shevell (61), at the venue.
Charity event: No stranger to charitable offerings himself, Sir Paul recently attended the Robin Hood Benefit at the Jacob Javits Center in New York on Wednesday night
He wore a smart navy suit and crisp white shirt with floral tie, while Nancy wore a black dress with zip to the front.
The event was held by New York’s largest poverty-fighting group.
As he spoke to guests at the dinner party, the singer was seen standing in front of a silver award.
Special appearance: The singer was seen standing on stage in front of a glimmering silver award as he delivered a speech to guests who enjoyed dinner at the bash
He was also scheduled to perform, with separate performances by Alicia Keys and Bruce Springsteen, as well as the Jonas Brothers.
After a COVID-19-induced hiatus, the annual fundraising event was reintroduced to the calendar.
This year’s function fell on the 20-year anniversary of the foundation’s Concert for New York City, which raised over $35million (£25.4million) for New Yorkers following the 9/11 attacks.
This year’s money will go to nonprofits that aid New York City in its recovery from the pandemic.
Good cause: The money raised this year will be used to benefit nonprofits that help New York City as it bounces back from the pandemic