Ringo Starr

Musician, singer, songwriter, actor

British Liverpool, Merseyside, England

Quick Info

ProfessionMusician, singer, songwriter, actor
NationalityBritish
Date of Birth07/07/1940
Age85 years (died on 22, Jun, 2026)
BirthplaceLiverpool, Merseyside, England
Date of Death22/06/2026

Latest News about Ringo Starr

22/06/2026

Sir Richard Starkey, known globally as Ringo Starr, passed away on June 22, 2026, at the age of 85. The legendary drummer for The Beatles died after a lifetime of musical and acting achievements, leaving behind a vast legacy including 18 solo albums and over 15 film roles.

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Bio/Wiki

Birth NameRichard Starkey
Stage NameRingo Starr
Known ForDrummer for The Beatles
Other Notable WorkSolo music career, acting
HonorsSir Richard Starkey, MBE

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
SpouseBarbara Bach (m. 1981)

Family

FatherElwood Starkey
MotherAlice Mary Starkey
ChildrenZak Starkey (son), Jason Starkey (son), Lee Starkey (daughter), Barbara Bach (stepdaughter)

Career

BandThe Beatles
InstrumentsDrums, vocals
Solo CareerSuccessful solo career as a singer, songwriter, drummer, collaborator, and producer
AwardsMultiple Grammy Awards; inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a Beatle and as a solo artist
Albums18 solo studio albums
FilmsOver 15 films as an actor

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. He occasionally sang lead vocals for The Beatles.
2. He wrote and sang Beatles songs including 'Don't Pass Me By' and 'Octopus's Garden'.
3. He has also acted in films.
4. He coined the title 'A Hard Day's Night' for The Beatles' first movie.
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