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Richard Starkey, MBE (born 7 July 1940), known as Ringo Starr, is an English musician, singer and actor who gained worldwide fame as the drummer for the Beatles. He sang lead vocals on several of their songs, including “With a Little Help from My Friends”, “Yellow Submarine” and their version of “Act Naturally”. He is also credited as a co-writer of “What Goes On”, “Flying” and “Dig It”, and as the sole author of “Don’t Pass Me By” and “Octopus’s Garden”.

• Birth name: Richard Starkey
• Born: 7 July 1940 (age 72) Liverpool, England
• Genres: Rock, pop, psychedelic rock, world music
• Occupations: Musician, singer, actor
• Instruments: Vocals, drums, percussion, keyboards, guitar
• Years active: 1957–present
• Labels: Parlophone, United Artists, Capitol, Apple, Swan, Vee-Jay, Tollie, Atlantic, RCA, Mercury, Koch, Private Music, Boardwalk, Rykodisc
• Associated acts: Rory Storm and the Hurricanes, the Beatles, Plastic Ono Band, Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band
• Website: RingoStarr.com

Read more about Ringo Starr at Wikipedia or at the Internet Movie Database

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Ringo Starr lassos Las Vegas, twice
USA Today Music, 2013-04-29 11:37:08
The former Beatle and his band, All Starr, two play two dates in Las Vegas.

Grammy Museum rolls out Ringo Starr exhibit in June
USA Today Music, 2013-03-07 04:17:24
On display: the ex-Beatle's drum kits, Sgt. Pepper uniform, personal photos and letters.

Beatles 'mentor' Tony Sheridan dies
BBC Entertainment, 2013-02-19 10:33:28
Ringo Starr pays tribute to early Beatles supporter and collaborator Tony Sheridan, who has died aged 72.