Sir Paul McCartney: 25 years after the accolade: the noble title of lord beckons him on his 80th birthday
Beatles star Paul McCartney (79) has been able to call himself Sir since 1997 - at that time he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II (95) herself ("Knight Bachelor"). Around 25 years later and on the occasion of his 80th birthday, which McCartney celebrates on June 18, 2022, he could apparently be given an even greater honor. As the British "The Sun" reports, there are currently plans to elevate him to the rank of lord.The reason given in the report is that his musical life's work and his contribution to British culture should be duly acknowledged. Just five years ago, he was bestowed an order of nobility, of which, according to the report, there are currently only 61 living dignitaries: the Order of the Companions of Honor.Rare "peerhood" for Sir Paul McCartneyThe so-called peerage th...