“The Who,” the legendary British rock band, has parted ways with their drummer of 29 years, Zak Starkey.
The decision follows a reported disagreement during their recent live performances.
Reports first broke Tuesday that the band announced the move, stating it was a collective decision after their latest round of shows in London. Starkey, 59, had been with the band since 1996, per the U.K. Mirror.
Starkey, the son of legendary Beatles drummer Ringo Starr according to The Sun, joined “The Who” during their Quadrophenia tour that year.
His departure marks the end of a long tenure with the iconic group.
The split appears to stem from tensions during the band’s March 2025 Teenage Cancer Trust charity shows at the Royal Albert Hall.
A representative
Join the conversation!
Please share your thoughts about this article below. We value your opinions, and would love to see you add to the discussion!