After a Tumultuous 2025, Drummer Zak Starkey Says He’s ‘Lookin’ Forward to Tearin’ It Up With The Who Again’
The timekeeper who was out, then in, then out again last year reported that rehearsals so far have been "great."
Zak Starkey, the veteran drummer and son of Ringo Starr, has rejoined The Who after a tumultuous period that saw him leave the band in 2025 following nearly three decades of service. Starkey, who had reportedly struggled to hear his vocals over the drummer's playing during gigs at the Royal Albert Hall, was rehired shortly after his departure.
The band commenced rehearsals, with Starkey expressing his enthusiasm for returning to the music he loves with his former bandmates. Singer Roger Daltrey, during a Las Vegas solo show, announced the band's intention to reunite with Starkey, praising the rehearsal's success. Starkey shared his excitement on Instagram, stating he was eager to "tear it up" with The Who again.
The reunion mirrors a complex history, with Starkey's tenure marked by frequent fluctuations in his position within the group. After a brief stint in 2025, he was unexpectedly reinstated, only to face dismissal again shortly after. Despite the ups and downs, Starkey remains optimistic about the band's future, and Daltrey has hinted at the possibility of future tours involving Starkey.
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