A sneak preview of life behind the scenes with two of the world's top pop icons was unveiled Thursday on the eve of a new exhibition in Liverpool.

Almost 60 photographs taken by Pattie Boyd, former wife of music legends the ex-Beatle George Harrison and rock guitarist Eric Clapton, go on display Friday in an exclusive exhibition at The Beatles Story.

"George, Eric and Me" is Boyd's first major solo exhibition in Britain and will continue in Liverpool for six months.

Boyd, a former supermodel who was the inspiration for the hit songs "Layla" and "Wonderful Tonight," has selected the intimate portraits from her personal archives.

Through the lens of her camera, she provides insight into her life with two musical world icons.

The exhibition incorporates images that feature the musicians' friends and collaborators including George Harrison's fellow Beatles band members as well as images of the Rolling Stone's Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood.

Boyd said Thursday: "I'm delighted that my images are now on display at The Beatles Story. Whilst I unfortunately can't be there in person today, I am looking forward to visiting the attraction soon to enjoy the exhibition.

"The exhibition is a glimpse into my life during that period and it will be wonderful to see people's reaction to the collection of images I've selected for display."

The photographer and former model was married to Harrison from 1966 to 1977, and Clapton from 1979 to 1989.

Boyd was due in Liverpool Thursday to open the exhibition, but injured her hip and elbow in an accident while out walking her dog.

Martin King of The Beatles Story said: "We are thrilled to launch this exhibition at The Beatles Story and that Pattie has chosen the attraction to house this collection of images."

"The images on display are truly beautiful snapshots of Pattie's life with two of the greatest musicians of all time. Through Pattie's lens, we are able to see a rare glimpse into unguarded moments and it is a pleasure to be able to share these images with music fans."

The award-winning Beatles Story is the world's largest permanent exhibition purely devoted to the lives and times of The Beatles. It is located in the Fab Four's hometown of Liverpool at the Albert Dock, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Endit

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