Ringo Starr Height is an English musician, singer, songwriter and actor best known as the drummer for The Beatles, one of the most influential bands in music history. Born Richard Starkey on July 7, 1940, in Liverpool, England, he became internationally famous during the 1960s. Beyond his work with The Beatles, Starr developed a solo career, appeared in films and continued making music for new generations of listeners. He was knighted in 2018 for his services to music.
Ringo Starr Height Quick Bio
Category
Details
Full Name
Sir Richard Starkey
Stage Name
Ringo Starr
Date of Birth
July 7, 1940
Age
86 years old (as of October 2026)
Birthplace
Liverpool, England
Nationality
British
Height
Approximately 5 ft 6¼ in (1.69 m)
Profession
Drummer, singer, songwriter and actor
Famous For
Drummer for The Beatles
Wife
Barbara Bach
First Wife
Maureen Cox
Children
Zak Starkey, Jason Starkey and Lee Starkey
Father
Richard Starkey Sr.
Mother
Elsie Gleave
Zodiac Sign
Cancer
Music Genres
Rock, pop and country
Famous Songs
“Yellow Submarine,” “Photograph,” “It Don’t Come Easy”
Former Band
Rory Storm and the Hurricanes
Current Music Group
Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band
Estimated Net Worth
Approximately $350 million; unofficial estimate
Major Honor
Knighted in 2018
Instagram
Official Ringo Starr account
Known For
His distinctive drumming and “peace and love” message
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A Timeline Ringo Starr
Year
Major Event
1940
Born Richard Starkey on July 7 in Liverpool, England.
1957
Joined the Eddie Clayton Skiffle Group.
1959
Joined Rory Storm and the Hurricanes.
1962
Joined The Beatles as their drummer on August 18.
1964
Appeared in A Hard Day’s Night.
1965
Starred in Help! with The Beatles.
1970
Released his first solo album, Sentimental Journey.
1973
Released the successful album Ringo.
1981
Married actress Barbara Bach.
1989
Began touring with Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band.
2015
Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a solo artist.
2018
Received a knighthood for services to music.
2025
Released the country-inspired album Look Up.
2026
Released Long Long Road and continued performing with his All-Starr Band.Ringo Starr+2
Ringo Starr Family
Family Detail
Information
Full Name
Sir Richard Starkey
Father
Richard Starkey Sr.
Mother
Elsie Gleave
Stepfather
Harry Graves
First Wife
Maureen Cox, married in 1965; divorced in 1975
Current Wife
Barbara Bach, married in 1981
Son
Zak Starkey, a professional drummer
Son
Jason Starkey
Daughter
Lee Starkey
Stepdaughter
Francesca Gregorini
Stepson
Gianni Gregorini
Family Life
Ringo has three children from his first marriage and a wider extended family.Ringo Starr+1
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