Paul McCartney has shared a tribute to late bandmate George Harrison on what would have been the musician’s 75th birthday.
Yesterday, February 25th, marked the 75th birthday of George Harrison, the famed “quiet Beatle” who sadly passed away in 2001 following a battle with cancer. In the years since his passing, countless musicians have shared tributes to the influential musician, thanking him for his vast and varied contributions to music. Now, Harrison’s former bandmate has shared a tribute as well.
Taking to Twitter, Paul McCartney posted a black and white image of the pair, showing them in happier times. “Happy Birthday Georgie,” McCartney wrote. “Wonderful memories.”
Happy Birthday Georgie. Wonderful memories. pic.twitter.com/JklMJ79Zeo
— Paul McCartney (@PaulMcCartney) February 25, 2018
Both The Beatles’ and George Harrison’s official Twitter account (which is run by his estate) also shared out a number of tributes to the musician as well, including footage of Harrison’s ‘Blue Jay Way’, the 2002 tribute gig ‘Concert For George’, as well as various other sentiments and fan tributes.
To celebrate what would have been George’s 75th birthday here’s a special video version of “Blue Jay Way.” This was a special feature in the 2012 release of the restored #MagicalMysteryTour film using footage not seen in the original film. Watch: https://t.co/myWqtakxgi
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— George Harrison (@GeorgeHarrison) February 25, 2018
Olivia & Dhani invite you to join them in celebrating what would have been George's 75th Birthday today, by watching this performance of one of his loveliest songs, Isn't It A Pity, here performed by his friends at the #ConcertforGeorge.
Watch: https://t.co/jylC6eg9T5 pic.twitter.com/l9lVWnipQT— George Harrison (@GeorgeHarrison) February 25, 2018
A forever missed friend and inspiration to so many, we get ready to celebrate George’s 75th birthday this weekend, with a collection of songs from George and his musical family.
“George Harrison and Friends” Playlist on Spotify. https://t.co/JSq5bqqhqr— George Harrison (@GeorgeHarrison) February 24, 2018
Happy Birthday, George. pic.twitter.com/PNHL9bzPKy
— The Beatles (@thebeatles) February 25, 2018
Just a couple of months ago, the talent of George Harrison continued, with son Dhani Harrison releasing his long-awaited solo album, IN///PARALLEL, back in October. While it’s not exactly a lost album of George’s music, any music from the Harrison name is warmly received by music fans the world over.
Check out George Harrison’s biggest single, ‘My Sweet Lord’:
