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Paul McCartney: "Idol" Finale No-Show?

Paul McCartney is lashing back against rumors that he stood-up the "American Idol" finale last night (which was attended by his ex Heather Mills), after reports claim he screwed producers by backing out at the last minute.

In an exclusive statement to TMZ, McCartney's rep slammed the idle chatter, claiming that "Paul was never scheduled or approached to appear on the Idol finale." The rep added, "Even if he were, he likely would've needed to decline as he is in the throes of promoting the June 5th release of his new album. With that in mind, it would likely make it difficult to refer to him as a no-show."

Calls to "Idol" reps were not immediately returned.

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31. this man has to much class to appear on that show.

Posted at 8:34PM on May 24th 2007 by CHRIS

32. 1. i would only hope that sir paul would decline such a stupid show anyway.

Posted at 3:53PM on May 24th 2007 by baracuda

2. Why in hell would someone with the stature of Paul McCartney appear on American Idol of all places? Give me a break. AI is lucky they were able to lure their former winners back to that joke of a show.

Posted at 3:55PM on May 24th 2007 by Ya Think?

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Sir Paul better not degrade the Beatles or his own reputation appearing on this dreadful show. It is a freaking joke with a capital J. He don't need the money or the fame, he has and has had both for more years then these children have been alive.

Posted at 9:52PM on May 24th 2007 by Laurie

33. 26. Glad this recently exposed Jerk and Abusive to a Disabled Woman, declared life long pothead and "money cant buy me love" phoney didnt appear. He's getting weird with old age and a real power tripper.

Stick to the old stuff Paul, we dont need anything new from you. I gave up after Wings and so did apparently you.

You need another Mommy like you had with Linda, you have never been the same since her passing and you treated Heather like a kid sister. Shameful

Posted at 7:06PM on May 24th 2007 by Broken Wings

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Woman you are out of your damn mind. He treated Heather like he should have, a fricking gold digger. She should have kept stripping.

Posted at 10:02PM on May 24th 2007 by Laurie

34. Sir Paul is a great guy and I’m sure he’ll be glad to join the American Idol Finale.
If he was asked to do so.

Posted at 10:32PM on May 24th 2007 by nellie apple

35. #31 Laurie

If she was a gold digger and stripper, than what was Sir Paul doing with her? Bottom line if shes all that, than he is worse for knowing it and bringing her into his life. He must also have poor "handlers" or they arent allowed to dare tell Sir Paul anything.

Guys a Jerk and we all fell for it

Posted at 10:59PM on May 24th 2007 by Lennon was the Leader

36. I didn't fall for it!!


Guys a Jerk and we all fell for it

Posted at 10:59PM on May 24th 2007 by Lennon was the Leader

Posted at 1:45AM on May 25th 2007 by runaye

37. 28. If his ex wife, ugly Heather Mills was there, then he should not have gone anywhere she is. Paul was a great husband and dad and he married a low life tramp out for his money with an ugly smile and face add to that one leg, and he made her a princess with big bucks. I'd never want to see her if I were him.. and I wasn't married to her.. I never want to see her ugly lyging face again. PAUL IS A GOOD MAN AND DAD AND HUSBAND... if she was there or going to be there .. no one should invite him to suffer being around Mills mania.

Posted at 7:14PM on May 24th 2007 by VAL

One well placed shot to the head would be all that is needed for a beatles reunion..

Posted at 11:15PM on May 25th 2007 by Hillary

38. If he was promoting the June 5th release of his new album.. why not show up on Idol and try get some free press ?

Posted at 4:03AM on May 25th 2007 by Hello Kitty

39. Oh Booo Hoooooo Sir Paul was not there - for Gawds sake it was an 8 hour live broadcast if I were him I would be a no show as well....... 8 hours just how pathetic is that stringing a tv show with a bunch of singers out that long and then trotting out long forgotten stars out of a broom closet to say what - its a great show / they can sing / everyone loves it - welll DUHHHHHHHHHHHH talk about playing to a dumb audience, what next a season of children's programs designed for adults. !
Sir Paul always turns up if hes agreed to it, the man has already paid his dues and contributed BIG time to the world of music - Lady Heather just rode on his coat tails and only wanted the money and fame...... her contribution was and still is - less than zero.

Posted at 3:47AM on May 25th 2007 by Susan

40. What better way to promote a June 5th release of a new album.... Paul missed an excellent opportunity to get the word out ot millions... would have been a great kick start!!!!.... Idol has been trying to do Beatle songs for years... Michael Jackson owns the rights to many of the Beatles songs.... Jacko is probably in need of money and lowered the royalties $$ fees on these songs....

Posted at 7:42AM on May 25th 2007 by Shabby

41. American Idol; For me it was unwatchable this year..Memo to judges for next season..CUTE GUYS REQUIRED!!! who cares if they can sing or not..Girl viewers needs something to look at it..Anyone who looks like Constantine or Ace Young will do...even Hicks was kinda cute..

Posted at 9:09AM on May 25th 2007 by Story

42. I'll never understand why Idol gets the respect it does...I hate it soooo much! Anyway, Paul has said many good things in the past. I like to keep track of them here: http://listafterlist.com/tabid/57/listid/2577//If+I+were+dead+I+would+be+the+last+to+know+Paul+McCartney+Quotes.aspx

Posted at 9:34AM on May 25th 2007 by Rachel

43. I heard Paul was going to be there but was looped out of his mind due to loosing in a drinking match with his ex, Heather. That woman guzzels so much liquor you'd think she had a wooden leg or something.

Posted at 9:35AM on May 25th 2007 by Roger C

44. paul has shown up for other crap shows so don't give me this 'he's too much of a dignified star' stuff. but there's definitely more to this idol-getting-beatle-rights-at-the-last-minute story that no one is investigating. it certainly would have been the perfect time for paul to at least do a walk-on to promote his latest product... however, don't those old songs still belong to michael jackson / sony ?? c'mon you entertainment reporters, do some digging !

Posted at 3:21PM on May 25th 2007 by el polacko

45. heather you should be with your daughter not at the finals you are aTERRIBLE MOM SHE WILL REMEMBER WHAT A SCUMBAG MOM AND NICE AUNTS,UNCLE AND DAD SHE HAS

Posted at 12:08AM on May 30th 2007 by honeysucklebarb

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