Sir Paul McCartney is made a Companion of Honour at Buckingham Palace

Sir Paul McCartney has been made a Companion of Honour for services to music. The former Beatle, 75, received the award from the Queen on 4 May 2018, during a ceremony held at Buckingham Palace in London. He was accompanied by his wife Nancy Shevell. Congratulations Sir @PaulMcCartney who has been made a #CompanionofHonour at Buckingham Palace today for his lasting contribution to music in the UK and Worldwide. pic.twitter.com/f6QAQKInWr — The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) May 4, 2018 The award was announced in June 2017, as part of the 2017 Queen's Birthday Honours list. Speaking at the time, McCartney said: