Paul McCartney's SNL performance proves age is no barrier to musical greatness
By
Geoff Edgers
Sat on the counter overnight. Well past its best.
Summary
The article recounts the author's initial skepticism about Paul McCartney's performance on SNL at age 84, only to be proven wrong. It highlights how McCartney defies ageist expectations and trolls, demonstrating graceful aging and authenticity through his continued musical performances.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledPaul McCartney, on the cusp of turning 84, looked sharp holding his Hofner bass on 'Saturday Night Live's' finale
The online trolls were unforgiving, even with a former Beatle
It takes a Beatle to show us how to age — and how to refuse to fake it
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