Barry Keoghan Refused Ringo Starr’s Request To Play Drums For Him Ahead Of Beatles Biopics

Barry Keoghan is preparing to portray Ringo Starr in Sam Mendes‘ upcoming Beatles biopics. During an interview on Jimmy Kimmel Live on Wednesday night, the Oscar-nominated actor revealed that he recently met the music legend, and had to turn down the Beatles icon’s request to show off his drum technique. “I met him at his house and he played the drums for me,” Keoghan shared. “He asked me to play, but I wasn’t playing the drums for Ringo.” Keoghan revealed that meeting Starr was “one of those moments when you’re just in awe” and he “just froze.” “When I was talking to him, I couldn’t look at him. I was nervous,” he added. “But he’s like, ‘You can look at me.’ And again, you’re playing Ringo Starr. My job is to observe and take in the mannerisms and study.” Keoghan will portray Starr across four separate Beatles biopics directed by Mendes, which are set for theatrical release in April 2028, with Paul Mescal playing Paul McCartney, Harris Dickinson starring as John Lennon, and Joseph Quinn portraying George Harrison. (Variety)