Rockin' with Ringo: Barry Keoghan's Awe-Inspiring Encounter with the Legendary Drummer
Actor Barry Keoghan explains Ringo Starr performed drums on a track for him. - Actor Barry Keoghan shares he collaborated musically with legendary Beatles drummer, Ringo Starr.
Barry Keoghan, taking on the role of Ringo Starr in Sam Mendes' upcoming Beatles movie series, shares his jaw-dropping encounter with the legendary drummer. On the Jimmy Kimmel Live! talk show, Keoghan reminisced about his visit to Starr's abode, where the iconic musician jammed on the drums for him.
Feeling like he was on cloud nine, Keoghan couldn't help but feel starstruck. "Ringo asked me to play, but I didn't play the drums for Ringo," Keoghan admitted, still shaking from the experience. Despite the nerves, Keoghan was all about soaking up every detail to authentically portray Starr on screen.
Before meeting Starr, Keoghan was as jittery as a greenhorn. He couldn't even meet Starr's gaze at first. But the legendary drummer, sensing the anxiety, reassured him, saying, "You can look at me." This biopic series, featuring an ensemble cast consisting of Paul Mescal, Joseph Quinn, and Harris Dickinson as Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and John Lennon respectively, seeks to delve deep into the lives of the Fab Four through a four-part narrative.
Keoghan, known for films like The Banshees of Inisherin and Saltburn, is ready to hit the books and the drums to nail Starr's distinctive drumming style. Starr himself gave the thumbs-up to Keoghan's casting last November, sharing his enthusiasm about the news during an Entertainment Tonight interview.
Sam Mendes, who helmed the James Bond films Skyfall and Spectre, plans to craft an ode to the Beatles by sharing each filmmaker's perspective on one of the four band members. The Liverpool quartet, igniting worldwide Beatlemania in the '60s with hit tunes like "Let It Be", "Help", and "Yesterday", left a lasting impact on the music world. Though they disbanded in 1970, their influence continues to resonate.
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- Barring any unexpected developments or setbacks, the Beatles' life story and music have been secured for the film series, with the blessings of Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr as well as the families of deceased band members John Lennon and George Harrison.
- Keoghan's primary focus is to humanize Starr, capturing his unique personality rather than merely imitating him, and practicing the drums intensively to nail the part.
♪ Barry Keoghan, while preparing for his role as Ringo Starr in the upcoming Beatles movie series, shared that he was starstruck when he met Starr in person. ♪ Keoghan revealed that Starr encouraged him to look him in the eye during their encounter, helping to alleviate his initial nervousness. singer Paul Mescal, Joseph Quinn, and Harris Dickinson portraying the Fab Four members Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and John Lennon respectively in the biopic series. Inspired by Starr's endorsement, Keoghan is dedicated to immersing himself in books and intense drum practice to accurately embody Starr on screen. Starr gave his approval of Keoghan's casting during an interview with Entertainment Tonight last November.
