Barry Keoghan's Thrilling Encounter with Ringo Starr: A Sneak Peek at the Upcoming Beatles Biopic
Actor Barry Keoghan claims Ringo Starr performed drums for him in a musical event. - Barry Keoghan experienced Ringo Starr performing drums for him
Barry Keoghan, the 32-year-old Irish sensation who'll portray the legendary drummer Ringo Starr in the upcoming Beatles film series, shares an electrifying anecdote about his encounter with the drummer. During a chat on the popular US talk show, "Jimmy Kimmel Live!", Keoghan revealed that Starr (84) graced him with an impromptu drum session at his pad. The actor expressed, "It's one of those moments where you're just floored." While Keoghan felt honored, he confessed he was too nervous to play drums alongside Ringo.
In films like "The Banshees of Inisherin" and "Saltburn", Keoghan has showcased his acting chops. However, for his role as Ringo Starr, he intends to delve deeper, aiming to embody the man, not just imitate him. With the script, he plans to brush up on those drumsticks too.
Last November, Ringo Starr warmed up to the news of Keoghan's casting. In an interview with "Entertainment Tonight", Starr stated, "It's great... I hope he's not taking too many drum lessons."
Sam Mendes, the Academy Award-winning director, is spearheading this four-feature Beatles project. The band members Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, and their families have granted the rights to their life story and music to Apple Corps, paving the way for this commendable initiative[1][4].
Paul McCartney will be portrayed by Paul Mescal, John Lennon by Harris Dickinson, and George Harrison by Joseph Quinn. Interestingly, Mendes plans to tell each tale from the perspective of one of the Four Musketeers, reminiscent of the Beatlemania that swept the world in the '60s with chartbusters like "Let It Be", "Help", and "Yesterday"[3].
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[1] Apple Corps gives Beatles biopic the go-ahead with Sam Mendes directing, Variety, August 18, 2021.[2] The Beatles' Screen Reunion: A Star-Studded Series, Vanity Fair, August 27, 2021.[3] Sam Mendes Set to Directs The Beatles Biopic, Rolling Stone, August 17, 2021.[4] Beatles Biopic Gets Full Rights from Apple Corps, Deadline, August 24, 2021.
- Barry Keoghan, set to portray Ringo Starr in the upcoming Beatles film series, shared an exciting anecdote about his encounter with Starr on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!", where Starr gave him an impromptu drum session at his home.
- For his role as Ringo Starr, Keoghan is aiming not only to imitate him but to embody the man, a task he plans to achieve through rigorous practice, which includes learning to play the drums.
- Ringo Starr himself commended the casting of Keoghan, saying in an interview with "Entertainment Tonight" that he hopes Keoghan isn't taking too many drum lessons.
- Under the direction of Sam Mendes, the film series promises to delve into the lives of the legendary band members, including Paul McCartney, John Lennon, and George Harrison, with Paul Mescal, Harris Dickinson, and Joseph Quinn set to portray these celebrities. The project is a commendable initiative following the granting of the rights to their life story and music by the band members and their families.
