The Oldest Member of The Beatles: Ringo Starr

The Fab Four, The Beatles, consisted of several iconic musicians, each contributing to their legendary status. Among them, Ringo Starr was the oldest member. Born on July 7, 1940, Ringo was a few months older than his bandmate John Lennon, who was born on October 9, 1940.

Timeline of Births

A closer look at the birthdates of the members reveals that Ringo Starr is indeed the oldest of the four:

Ringo Starr - July 7, 1940 John Lennon - October 9, 1940 Paul McCartney - June 18, 1942 George Harrison - February 25, 1943

His Role in the Band

While Ringo Starr was the eldest, his role within the band was equally significant. Ringo was also the last member to join, joining The Beatles after they had already made considerable progress in their musical career. His unique contributions as a drummer and his infectious personality played pivotal roles in The Beatles' success.