Ringo Starr Is Not Aging In Recent Jimmy Kimmel Interview

Ringo Starr, the legendary drummer of The Beatles, recently sat down with Jimmy Kimmel for an entertaining and lively interview. At 83 years old, Ringo looks as youthful and energetic as ever, leaving fans wondering if he’s found the secret to stopping time. From his new country album to his memories of The Beatles, the interview was filled with laughs, nostalgia, and a few surprises.

Ringo’s Life in America

Even though Ringo has lived in the U.S. for decades, he’s not an American citizen. When Kimmel asked if he was worried about not having citizenship, Ringo responded with his signature humor:

“Why would I be worried?”

He shared that he’s had a home in Los Angeles since 1976 and officially settled there in 2015. Despite being a longtime resident, he still keeps his British identity strong—especially with that unmistakable Liverpool accent.

The Beatles’ Legacy Lives On

Decades after The Beatles broke up, their influence is still going strong. Kimmel pointed out that 55 years later, The Beatles are still earning Grammy nominations. Ringo simply smiled and said:

“The beat goes on.”

Not only that, but Ringo recently had a surprise reunion with Paul McCartney at a London show. Fans went wild seeing two Beatles back on stage together. When asked how they choose which songs to play, Ringo explained:

“It’s his show… He does two and then he says, ‘Okay, these two,’ and I say, ‘Okay,’ and we go do it.”

Ringo’s Unexpected Love for Country Music

Ringo’s latest album, Look Up, is his first number-one album in 50 years—and it’s a country album! He’s loved country music since his early days in Liverpool, listening to legends like Hank Williams and Willie Nelson.

When asked if Beyoncé inspired him to go country, he jokingly admitted:

“No, but I did want to call it ‘Be On Say’ and they said, ‘Oh, we don’t think so.’”

The album came about in a very Ringo way—by accident. While chatting with legendary producer T-Bone Burnett at an event, he casually asked if Burnett had a track that might suit him. One song turned into a full album, and now Ringo is set to play at the Grand Ole Opry for the first time—a dream come true for him.

Fun Facts: No Pizza and a Knitting Past

Ringo revealed some surprising facts about himself. For one, he’s never eaten pizza! The audience gasped when he said:

“I’ve never had a pizza.”

He explained that he avoids certain foods due to allergies, adding:

“You don’t know what they’re putting in it half the time.”

Another fun fact? Ringo learned to knit when he was 13 while recovering in the hospital. But more importantly, that’s where he first played the drums. A music therapist handed him a tiny drum, and from that moment on, he only wanted to be a drummer.

The Origin of Ringo Starr

Before becoming a global icon, young Richard Starkey had a different nickname—“Rings.” He recalled,

“My mother loved shiny rings, so I started wearing rings… Suddenly, they stopped calling me Richard or Richie, and they just said, ‘Rings, what’s happening?’”

When he joined a band, he tweaked it slightly, saying:

“Ringo Star-key doesn’t really work. Ringo Starr!”

And the rest is history.

The First Time Ringo Smoked Weed? With Bob Dylan

Ringo confirmed another famous story—his first experience with marijuana was with none other than Bob Dylan. While Dylan didn’t personally hand him the joint, a friend in the room did. When asked if he enjoyed the experience, he laughed and said, “Loved it.”

Later, they got the munchies, which led to a hilarious moment when room service wheeled in a bunch of food they’d forgotten they ordered.

Still Rocking and Rolling

Despite his age, Ringo isn’t slowing down. With a new album, a Grand Ole Opry performance, and surprise appearances with Paul McCartney, he’s still living life to the fullest. And based on his youthful energy and humor, it looks like Ringo Starr has found the secret to staying forever young—peace, love, and rock ‘n’ roll.

Watch the video interview on Jimmy Kimmel Live: