Here’s the latest on Barry Keoghan and Ringo Starr.
Answer:
- Barry Keoghan has been publicly tied to portraying Ringo Starr in Sam Mendes’ Beatles film project, with reports noting Keoghan meeting Starr to study his mannerisms ahead of filming.[1][3][7]
- Ringo Starr has been promoting his new solo album and discussed meeting Keoghan in recent interviews, including a BBC segment highlighting the guitarist’s remarks and the ongoing Beatles-related project.[2][10]
What this means:
- Keoghan’s casting and prep activity are part of Mendes’ plan to center each Beatles member in a separate film, with other castings like Paul Mescal as Paul McCartney and Harris Dickinson as John Lennon also reported.[5][1]
- The project appears to be moving forward with Starr’s involvement and endorsement of the actor’s approach to the role, focusing on humanizing the figures rather than merely mimicking them.[1][5]
Illustrative note:
- A recent BBC interview situates Starr’s broader solo work and confirms overlap with the Beatles biopic press cycle, including his discussion of meeting Keoghan.[10][2]
If you’d like, I can pull direct quotes or summarize the most recent interviews in more detail, or track any new developments as they happen.
Sources
The actor, who will play Ringo Starr in the new Beatles films said he went to the drummer's house where Starr played the drums for him. ITV News Granada
www.itv.comBarry Keoghan appeared on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' to discuss meeting Ringo Starr ahead of Sam Mendes' Beatles biopic films.
au.rollingstone.comThe Beatles drummer has released a new, solo album - and it's Americana and country music, more LA and Nashville than Liverpool and London.
www.bbc.co.ukBarry Keoghan appeared on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' to discuss meeting Ringo Starr ahead of Sam Mendes' Beatles biopic films.
www.rollingstone.comBeatles star reveals all about his new country album, being a Sir and coming up with the phrase A Hard Day's Night.
www.bbc.co.ukBarry Keoghan stepped out for the London premiere of 'Crime 101' (out Feb. 13) sporting a shaggier look, as he's in production on The Beatles biopic. The 'Saltburn' star is set to play Ringo Starr in the four-part film series, in which one movie will focus on each of the band member's personal story.
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