Jane Asher was Paul McCartney's first serious girlfriend during the height of Beatlemania, beginning their relationship in 1963. Asher, an actress and model, became a prominent figure in McCartney's life, influencing his songwriting and creativity. Their relationship was highly publicized, and Asher often accompanied McCartney during his rise to fame with The Beatles. Despite their eventual breakup in 1968, Asher's impact on McCartney's life and music during this formative period remains significant, making her a notable figure in his early personal history.