McCartney has received three nominations this year, and 13 nominations throughout his career.
Clarkson has been given two nominations, and Ciara three.
Some presenters for the show have also been announced. Ellen DeGeneres will have the honour of presenting McCartney. Other presenters that have been confirmed are Destiny’s Child, Bonnie Raitt, James Taylor, Chris Brown, Lance Armstrong, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Teri Hatcher and Jenna Elfman.