Ringo Starr's Heartfelt Tribute to George Harrison and John Lennon
ROCK 'N' ROLL REVELATION: Ringo Starr Spills His Heart Out to The Scholarly Note
In a shocking turn of events, Sir Ringo Starr has revealed what he'd say to his late Beatles bandmates John Lennon and George Harrison if they were still with us today. And trust us, it's a doozy!
As the legendary musician celebrated his 85th birthday in style at his "Peace & Love Birthday Celebration" in Beverly Hills, California, Ringo couldn't help but think about his dear friends who left this mortal coil far too soon.
When asked what he'd say to George and John if they were standing right in front of him, Ringo's response was nothing short of heartwarming. "What are you doing here?" he chuckled, before adding with a hint of sincerity, "Actually, I would say I love you and I miss you."
But that wasn't all, folks! Ringo also dished about the Beatles' massive success, revealing that he's still blown away by their enduring popularity even decades after they disbanded. "We did a great job," he said proudly, referring to the band's iconic hits that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
And it's not just their music that's had staying power – Ringo's message of peace and love has been resonating with fans for years. In fact, since 2008, his "peace and love" initiative has become an annual birthday tradition around the globe, spreading a much-needed dose of positivity and harmony.
But what about those upcoming Beatles biopics, you ask? Well, Ringo's got the inside scoop! He's been working closely with British film director Sam Mendes to ensure that their story is told accurately – and we're talking "two days" worth of input from the Beatle himself!
"I've spent time with [Sam] and on the scripts," Ringo revealed to The Scholarly Note. "He knows what he's doing, he's fabulous... He has a great love of The Beatles."
So, what can we expect from these highly anticipated films? According to Ringo, not much – but that's just because he's keeping mum until he sees the final product! "It's strange, four movies are coming out on the same day, but he is filming them all together... Don't ask me!"
Of course, no birthday bash would be complete without a little sobriety talk. Ringo opened up about his journey to sobriety, which began back in 1988 after a stint in rehab. "I ended up in a rehab because I was not treating myself or anyone around me with any respect," he confessed. "I have not had a drink since... Thank you, Lord!"
And speaking of rock 'n' roll royalty, Ringo's outfit at the bash was straight out of the 1960s – complete with a peace sign necklace and tinted oval sunglasses! But don't worry, this wasn't just some nostalgic throwback – Ringo brought it into the modern era with a white denim jacket and black jeans.
As the night wore on, Ringo took to the stage alongside his wife, Barbara Bach, 77, for an unforgettable concert that had everyone singing along. And let's just say it was a love-filled evening indeed!
There you have it, folks – the inside scoop on Ringo Starr's heartwarming birthday celebration, straight from The Scholarly Note!
