EXCLUSIVE: Paul McCartney Slates 'Talentless' Influencers — But Admits He Has to Let New Generation Be
He’s speaking out – but choosing his words carefully.
Paul McCartney has launched a withering critique of modern influencer culture, admitting he is baffled by the rise of “talentless” influencers.
The Beatles icon, 83, made the remarks during an appearance on The Rest Is Entertainment podcast with British hosts Richard Osman and Marina Hyde.
The former mop-topped star reflected on how celebrity culture has transformed since Beatlemania first exploded in the 1960s, comparing the era of musicians and film stars to today’s world of viral personalities and social media fame.
McCartney also opened up about his discomfort with modern fan culture and explained why he increasingly refuses requests for selfies when approached in public.