Paul McCartneyPaul McCartney has been romantically linked to a New York businesswoman after they were photographed kissing over the weekend.

According to reports, Paul spent three days in the Hamptons over the weekend with Nancy Shevell, with inside sources reporting they spent the time at each other’s homes in the area and sharing breakfasts and dinners in local restaurants. Paul was also spotted buying a gift for Nancy at an exclusive lingerie store in the area.

The couple are said to have been seen kissing after a brief stroll along the beach near Paul’s East Hampton property. Paul then drove her home - only for her then to follow him back to his house in her own car.

A source told the Sun: “With Nancy, Paul appeared happier and more relaxed than he has for a long time. They were chatting like old friends and seemed totally wrapped up in their conversation.”

“It was windy when they went for a walk on the beach. They walked together but with their hands in their pockets.”

“Later Paul dropped Nancy off. As they were saying goodbye, he leaned over and gave her a kiss before she got out.”

Nancy is the vice president of her family’s transport company based in Elizabeth, New Jersey and is believed to be separated from her husband, lawyer Bruce Blakeman.

The Sun’s source added: “She spends a lot of time in the Hamptons and is invited to a lot of the events Sir Paul goes to. It is likely they have known each other for a while. She is also keen on yoga, as is Paul.”

“But despite her wealth Nancy comes from modest roots and while she is politically-minded, she is still down-to-earth. Paul finds her interesting and challenging.”