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Paul McCartney honored prior to Grammys: 2012 MusiCares Person of the Year

The Grammys weekend ahead kicks off in full force on Friday night with Paul McCartney being honored as the 2012 MusiCares Person of the Year. An annual tradition honoring entertainers, 2012 MusiCares Person of the Year gala shares a yearly look on who contribute exceptional artistic achievements and  philanthropic work this year the event is held at the Los Angeles Convention Center.  

The Gala, hosted by Eddie Izzard, is held only days prior to the Grammy Awards, will have some big artists joining the event in honoring Paul McCartney. The evening isn’t just about chatting up the new Hollywood Star recipient as there are plenty of performances slated too. Tony Bennett, Coldplay, Foo Fighters, Norah Jones, Alicia Keys,  James Taylor and Neil Young are all expected to hit the stage.

The annual Person of the Year tribute is sold out and definitely helps others. It provides essential support for MusiCares, which ensures that music people have a place to turn in times of financial, medical, and personal need.

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Take a look at Paul McCartney in the photo slideshow. Already in town for his Hollywood Walk of Fame star ceremony, the celebrity is the 22nd individual to be honored as the MusiCares Person of the Year.

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The 54th Annual Grammy Awards has the music fans ready to watch. Catch all the exclusive coverage of the show from Los Angeles. From the red carpet to the winners, and even a few interviews, our coverage starts at noon on Sunday. 

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Jodi Jill is an award winning celebrity columnist. Sharing entertainment favorites with her audience and covering stars, movies, tv, fashion and red carpet events, this is her dream job.

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