Paul McCartney pays tribute to ‘my second father’ George Martin after legendary Beatles producer's death

Tribute: Paul McCartney (R)pays tribute to ‘second father’ George Martin (L)
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Jennifer Ruby9 March 2016
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Sir Paul McCartney has paid tribute to Sir George Martin who has passed away at the age of 90.

The musician described the Beatles producer as a ‘true gentleman’ and a ‘second father’ in a statement posted to his website.

It read: “I’m so sad to hear the news of the passing of dear George Martin. I have so many wonderful memories of this great man that will be with me forever.

“He was a true gentleman and like a second father to me.

 I have so many wonderful memories of this great man that will be with me forever

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He guided the career of The Beatles with such skill and good humour that he became a true friend to me and my family.

Fifth Beatle: Paul McCartney with Geortge Martin and his wife Judy
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“If anyone earned the title of the fifth Beatle it was George.”

McCartney is the latest star to pay tribute to Martin after it was announced that he’d died on Wednesday.

Ringo Starr tweeted his condolences, writing: “God bless George Martin peace and love to Judy and his family love Ringo and Barbara. George will be missed."

He captioned a picture of the Fab Four and Sir George with the phrase: "Thank you for all your love and kindness George peace and love."

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Martin was known as the ‘fifth’ Beatles as he helped the band achieve global success as the head of Parlophone.

The band had been turned down by every record label until Martin heard their demo tape back in 1962.

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