Beatles legend Paul McCartney, 82, performs three classic songs in SNL 50 footage (Image: GETTY)
Having completed his Got Back world tour in London last Christmas with a , Sir is back performing live once again.
The 82-year-old had a trio of intimate New York City gigs this month and has since performed a three-song medley at Saturday Night Live’s 50th anniversary show.
Macca shared on : “We had a fabulous week in New York with three small gigs leading to the 50th anniversary show of @nbcsnl.
“It is always exciting to play at small venues it reminds me of when we began in places like the Cavern and Hamburg.
“The three gigs we played at @boweryballroom were fabulous. We really enjoyed playing to the young, enthusiastic audience and the atmosphere was intimate and electric!”
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In footage from the SNL 50th show, Macca sat at his psychedelic piano accompanied by his band, before singing in front of a celebrity audience. legend performed Golden Slumbers, Carry That Weight and The End to a rapturous reception. Having started off on the keys, he was soon on his feet, strumming his guitar as the crowd sang along.