Who Did John Leave Yoko For?

John Lennon did not permanently leave Yoko Ono for another person. However, during a well-documented period of separation from Yoko Ono, John Lennon entered into a relationship with his personal assistant, May Pang.

This separation period, which lasted over 18 months from 1973 to 1975, is famously known as Lennon's "Lost Weekend." While it was a time of personal turmoil and creative output for Lennon, he eventually reconciled with Yoko Ono.

The "Lost Weekend" and May Pang

During this time, John Lennon lived in Los Angeles and New York with May Pang. May Pang was an American former music executive who had worked for both John Lennon and Yoko Ono as a personal assistant and production coordinator. Their relationship began shortly after Lennon and Ono separated in 1973.

The period was characterized by significant events in Lennon's life, including:

• Musical Collaborations: Lennon produced albums like Harry Nilsson's Pussy Cats and released his own Walls and Bridges, which featured the hit song "Whatever Gets You thru the Night."
• Reunions and Events: He famously reunited with Paul McCartney for recording sessions and made public appearances, often attracting media attention for his erratic behavior during this time.
• Personal Growth: Despite the initial chaos, Lennon also used this period for personal reflection and reconnection with his son, Julian Lennon.

Key Details of May Pang's Relationship with John Lennon

Here's a brief overview of May Pang and her involvement with John Lennon:

Ultimately, John Lennon and Yoko Ono reconciled and remained together until his death in 1980, welcoming their son Sean Lennon in 1975, shortly after Lennon's return to Yoko.