Angela “Angie” McCartney is a vibrant thread in the tapestry of Beatles history. As Paul McCartney’s stepmother, she entered the McCartney family at the height of Beatlemania and has since become a beloved matriarch, memoirist, and businesswoman. Her story is one of resilience, wit, and a unique perspective on one of the world’s most famous families.

Born Angela Williams in Liverpool in 1929, Angie grew up during the hardships of World War II. Her early years were marked by the resilience and humor typical of Liverpudlians. She married her first husband, Eddie, and had a daughter, Ruth, in 1960. Angie’s life took an unexpected turn after Eddie’s passing, when she met Jim McCartney—Paul and Mike’s widowed father—through mutual friends in the early 1960s.

Angie married Jim McCartney in 1964, just as the Beatles were conquering the world. Suddenly, she found herself at the heart of Beatlemania, living at Rembrandt, the McCartney family home in Heswall, with her young daughter Ruth. Angie became not only a loving wife to Jim but also a supportive stepmother to Paul and Mike, who were already adults but remained closely connected to their father.

Despite the whirlwind of fame, Angie focused on creating a warm, stable home. She has spoken fondly of Jim’s kindness and humor, and has described Paul and Mike as “lovely lads” who welcomed her and Ruth into the family.

As the Beatles’ fame soared, Angie witnessed history from the inside. She attended concerts, met fans, and fielded the constant barrage of letters and phone calls that came with being a “Beatles mum.” Angie’s memoirs recount stories of Beatlemania’s chaos and charm, from fans camping in the garden to Paul’s surprise visits home.

Her perspective is unique: neither a Beatle herself nor a biological parent, Angie was nonetheless a confidante, supporter, and witness to the family’s most intimate moments. She recalls Jim’s pride in his sons and the way the family navigated the pressures of global fame with humor and humility.

Jim McCartney passed away in 1976, leaving Angie widowed once again. In the years that followed, she focused on raising Ruth and building a new life. Angie moved to Los Angeles, where she reinvented herself as an entrepreneur and author.

She launched Mrs. McCartney’s Teas, a line of specialty teas inspired by her British roots and Beatles connections. The business has been both a tribute to her heritage and a way to give back, with proceeds supporting cancer research and other charities.

Angie’s memoirs, including “My Long and Winding Road” and “Your Mother Should Know,” offer candid, humorous, and heartfelt glimpses into life with the McCartneys. She has become a sought-after guest at Beatles conventions, sharing her stories and wisdom with fans around the world.

Her daughter Ruth has also become a digital entrepreneur and Beatles family ambassador, often appearing alongside Angie at events and in media.

Angie McCartney’s journey is a testament to adaptability, warmth, and the enduring power of family. She has navigated the highs and lows of Beatlemania, personal loss, and reinvention with wit and grace. As the last living McCartney family matriarch, she remains a cherished link to the Beatles’ origins and a source of inspiration for new generations.

Her legacy is found not only in her stories and business ventures, but in the love and stability she brought to one of music’s most famous families.