McCartney, who recently split from wife Heather Mills, was to appear at a gala for the Adopt-a-Minefield charity. When the star was not able to attend due to problems with his divorce, he decided to make a 2.4 million euro donation to the organisation.
Paul McCartney, 64, has been a music icon for years. He recorded 20 albums with the Beatles, and went on to more success with his next band Wings, in addition to his solo work.