Happy birthday! Ringo Starr turns 86 today

The iconic and legendary singer turns 86 on Tuesday, Jul. 7, 2026.

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Beatles drummer Ringo Starr is celebrating his 86th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer-musician Ringo Starr has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 86th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Starr, a cultural icon

Born in Liverpool on July 7, 1940, Ringo Starr's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. Starr's not just a great singer, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Ringo hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Ringo Starr as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 86.

Happy Birthday, Ringo, you're the best!

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