A new book aboutJohn Lennonsheds new light on an unusual day in the life of the formerBeatle.
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Mintz described a gathering hosted by activist Jerry Rubin in Greenwich Village on election night in 1972.
The encounter was no secret to the other partygoers.
Yoko Ono and John Lennon in 1968.Susan Wood/Getty
Mintz reflected on the incident in an interview with PEOPLE.
“Yoko is a very stoic woman, but it would have severe consequences.”
The author said that the multimedia artist confided him after Lennon’s transgression occurred.
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“I dont know if it will ever be the same.
Mintz noted the discrepancy between Lennon’s idealistic persona as an artist and his troubled personal life.
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However, he also told PEOPLE that Lennon strived to live a life worthy of his work.
“Dont get me wrong,” Mintz said.
But he didnt always stay there.
He was imperfect.”
Mintz argued that Lennon’s imperfections made him more attractive as an artist.
The couple later reconciled and remained together until Lennon’s murder in 1980.
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