Julian Lennon unveils memorial in Liverpool
Millions of Beatles fans tuned in yesterday to watch John Lennon’s son Julian and his mother, Lennon’s first wife, unveil a memorial to the late pop star almost 30 years after his death.
In Liverpool, Julian and Cynthia revealed the 18-foot tall monument located in the city’s Chavasse Park. Dubbed ‘Peace and Harmony’, the memorial celebrates the anniversary of Lennon’s 70th birthday. Julian, now seven years past the age of his father when he died, said that they had gathered with their hearts in honour of his dad’s memory and to pray for peace.
Lennon became a legend in the wake of Mark Chapman gunning down the musician on 8 December 1980. Lennon was headed home after a recording session. Several events have been marked to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the musical legend’s death.
Cynthia, Lennon’s first wife, also addressed the crowd saying that it was time to celebrate John and stop mourning his death. Pete Best, the original drummer for the Beatles was also on hand, saying that John would have smiled to see the festivities.
The ceremony and unveiling of the monument marks the start of a month’s worth of celebrations as the Lennon fest kicks off in Liverpool. Fans across the globe have gathered to celebrate in their own ways. In Cleveland at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Lennon albums were placed into a time capsule that will remain closed until 2040.
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No video of the event?
(It’s available on google)
Oh My! Such a Beauty and So Meaningful….Ayyyy! Tears came out from my eyes because I love John and much more Julian…I am having all my respects to Cynthia..Well deserved!!!!
Please do some research before writing these articles, especially if they’re written by someone who is young. Lennon was not a “pop star,” he was a rock icon who had a profound influence - and continues to have a profound influence - on music. Ask anyone who is old enough to have been around at the time. He also did not become a legend “in the wake of Mark Chapman gunning down the musician on 8 December 1980.” He was a legend long before that as a result of his music with a little group you may have heard of called “The Beatles”, his own music after The Beatles, and his peace work, which actually caused the U.S. government at the time to try to get him deported. If he had not been a legend prior to his death, the event wouldn’t have caused such worldwide grief, and his life and death would not still be marked 30 years after the fact.
im very enthused in regards to seeing julian lennon again,as ive let so much time lapse ,unconciously.The last i knew of him ,was valotte. Seeing a clip of him posted about a week ago ,stand by me,i was taken aback ,litterly.So curious mind i am i punched in his name,and seem to have found him at this great moment in his life which is ironic and amazing. The timing couldn t have been more Genuine. Im now at a loss as i feel like ive missed out on so much of his music ,which i now plan on investing in. Im truly Grateful to have reconnected with his beautiful style and vocal s.To say the least ,,im intriqued and so looking forward in the celebations during our life time, to come .God s timing is spot on in this .Im deeply Grateful. Deeply. my most Sincere regards to Julian Lennon x
I agree! Time to celebrate and not mourn.