Sir Paul McCartney made an unannounced appearance on Liverpool's Magical Mystery Tour, waving to passengers at Hope Street traffic lights and later showing a FaceTime call with Ringo Starr, delighting fans and adding a high-profile moment to the tour.
During a July 20, 2026 Beatles sightseeing run in Liverpool, fans on the Magical Mystery Tour bus witnessed Paul McCartney wave at them and hold up his phone for a FaceTime call with Ringo Starr, a surreal encounter captured by the driver and amplified online; both Beatles released new material in 2026 and may tour, underscoring the ongoing appeal of Beatle tourism in Liverpool.
Ringo Starr marked his 86th birthday in Beverly Hills with his annual Peace and Love celebration, leading a noon chant, cutting a cake beside the Peace and Love statue he donated, and enjoying performances by The Texans while friends like Ed Begley Jr. and Barbara Bach joined hundreds of fans at the city’s iconic Beverly Gardens Park.
Paul McCartney’s The Boys of Dungeon Lane is a solid, nostalgia-soaked 14-track album that looks back to his childhood in Speke rather than the Beatles era, mixing autobiographical sketches with inventive arrangements. McCartney largely performs the instruments himself, aided by producer Andrew Watt, with Ringo Starr contributing on two tracks, showing his enduring collaborative reach. While not a career-defining statement or a cohesive concept album, it’s a warm, present-tense collection that bridges past and present, with standout moments on "As You Lie There," "Days We Left Behind," "Mountain Top," "Never Know," "First Star of the Night," and "Momma Gets By."
Barry Keoghan’s bowl-cut look at the Crime 101 premiere sparked talk he’ll portray Ringo Starr in Sam Mendes’s forthcoming Beatles biopics. Sony released postcards showing each actor as a member of the Fab Four (Keoghan as Ringo, with Paul Mescal, Harris Dickinson, and Joseph Quinn filling the other roles) for Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts students. The four films are set for release years from now, giving fans a first glimpse of the cast long before any music or trailers arrive.
Kurt Cobain’s ‘Smells Like Teen Spirit’ guitar and Ringo Starr’s Ed Sullivan Show drums are among the standout items in the Jim Irsay Collection, which Christie’s will exhibit in New York in March and auction across four sales, alongside other icons from Pink Floyd and The Beatles; proceeds will support mental health initiatives.
Molly Tuttle, a renowned bluegrass artist and Grammy winner, discusses her new album 'Crooked Tree,' her advocacy for alopecia awareness, and her experiences collaborating with artists like Ketch Secor and unexpectedly meeting Ringo Starr, highlighting her evolving musical style and personal journey.
Ringo Starr celebrated his 85th birthday in Beverly Hills with a garden party featuring live performances of his hits by various artists, a tribute to his drumming style by Fred Armisen, and heartfelt speeches from friends like Joe Walsh, highlighting his influence and kindness. The event also announced a new album project, 'Look Up II,' produced by T Bone Burnett.
As he turns 85, Ringo Starr remains musically active and vibrant, celebrating his legacy as the Beatles' drummer known for his unique style and wisdom, while embodying the spirit of peace and love that defined the 1960s.
Zak Starkey discusses his firing from The Who, revealing Roger Daltrey's strange call suggesting he might be rehired, and clarifies he didn't make a mistake during a recent performance. Despite the controversy, Starkey remains open to rejoining the band, and shares his father's critical opinion of Daltrey's band leadership.
Barry Keoghan is set to portray Ringo Starr in an upcoming four-part Beatles biopic directed by Sam Mendes. Although Ringo Starr himself has expressed approval of Keoghan, casting decisions are not yet officially confirmed. Rumors also suggest Paul Mescal might play Paul McCartney, but roles for John Lennon, George Harrison, and producer George Martin remain undecided.
Ringo Starr hinted that Barry Keoghan might play him in an upcoming Beatles biopic directed by Sam Mendes, as Keoghan is reportedly taking drum lessons. However, no official casting has been confirmed. The biopic will be a four-part series focusing on each Beatles member, with Mendes directing all films, set for release in 2027. This project reflects the enduring influence of the Beatles, who recently received a Grammy nomination for a song featuring AI-extracted vocals from John Lennon.
Barry Keoghan is set to portray Ringo Starr in a series of Beatles biopics directed by Sam Mendes, as confirmed by Starr himself. The project will feature four separate films, each focusing on a different band member, and will be released by Sony Pictures. While Keoghan's involvement is confirmed, other rumored cast members like Paul Mescal and Joseph Quinn have not yet finalized deals. The ambitious project has received approval from the Beatles' label, Apple Corps.
Barry Keoghan is set to portray Ringo Starr in a series of Beatles films directed by Sam Mendes for Sony, as confirmed by Starr himself. The films will each focus on a different band member's perspective, with Mendes directing all four. While casting is not finalized, Paul Mescal, Harris Dickinson, and Joseph Quinn are rumored to play Paul McCartney, John Lennon, and George Harrison, respectively. This project marks the first time Apple Corps Ltd. has granted full life story and music rights for a scripted film.
Barry Keoghan is reportedly set to play Ringo Starr in Sam Mendes' upcoming Beatles film project, according to Ringo Starr himself. The film, produced by Sony Pictures, will feature four separate movies, each from the perspective of a different Beatle. While Keoghan's involvement is not officially confirmed, his potential casting has generated significant buzz. The project has received full life story and music rights from the surviving Beatles and the families of John Lennon and George Harrison.