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Sir Paul McCartney reveals how John Lennon overcame his 'secret insecurity' with the help of Buddy Holly


The US star, who has been regarded as a pioneer for rock and roll, died aged 22 on February 3 1959 in a plane crash in Iowa.

Speaking on the series Sir Paul, recalled how fellow band member John stuck by his horn-rimmed glasses after Holly came out wearing a similar pair. The programme will also feature a specially remastered version of a Holly's song It's So Easy recorded by Denny Laine, which Sir Paul provided to the show. In the programme Harris introduces the record, saying: 'Paul has also reminded us about a special album from 1977 from his great friend and musical collaborator Denny Laine, who sadly passed away in December, Holly Days.

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