Interview for CBS

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In September 1966, a rumor began circulating that Paul McCartney had died. A similar story resurfaced in January 1967, when Paul’s car — driven by someone else — was involved in an accident. However, the “Paul is dead” conspiracy theory gained widespread attention and reached international headlines in October 1969, shortly after the release of the “Abbey Road” album.

At the time, Paul, Linda, and their two daughters were staying at their farm near Campbeltown, Scotland. As the rumours intensified, reporters began descending on the property in search of comment. Under mounting pressure, Paul agreed to grant a series of interviews — including with the BBC and Sunday People (on October 24), and Life magazine (on November 2) — in an effort to publicly debunk the claims.

A film crew from the American CBS television also flew over to Scotland and then drove through the wilderness to Paul’s farm to try and obtain an interview with him.

Paul was not amused by this invasion of privacy and told them so, which was all caught on colour film. It is not known if this footage was ever broadcast but the raw footage has turned up in good quality and has been bootlegged.

And don’t try filming, or you might get some trouble!

Paul McCartney