Macca Pays Tribute to Old Friend

• 27th Mar 2008

Liverpool legend Paul McCartney has paid tribute to his dear friend and The Beatles roadie Neil Aspinall, who died earlier this week March 24.

In a statement this week in the press, Macca highlighted his relationship and good times he and Aspinall had throughout their long time together.

The former Beatle said: “I met him at school when we were both 11 and we remained friends ever since.

“I was able to say goodbye and thank him for everything he did for us and I send my deepest sympathies to his wonderful family.

“I will miss him but will remember the laughs, there were plenty.”

Aspinall, who died of lung cancer in New York City, was the head of The Beatles' Apple Corps until last year.