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Barry Keoghan has opened up about his experience filming the upcoming The Beatles biopic, saying the actors he is working with have become like “brothers” to him.
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The Irish performer is set to portray Ringo Starr in a series of four films arriving in 2028. Each movie will focus on a different member of the legendary group, with Sam Mendes directing the full project. Alongside Keoghan, Paul Mescal will take on the role of Paul McCartney, Joseph Quinn will play George Harrison, and Harris Dickinson will step in as John Lennon. The first official photos showing the cast in character were also unveiled recently.
During an appearance on Sirius XM’s The Julia Cunningham Show, Keoghan spoke about the unusual concept behind the project and shared his excitement about being involved. “It’s going to be an event and you know and we knew that coming on board,” he explained. “What an exciting event to be part of, and no better filmmaker to do it than Sam, you know, so I’m having an absolute fucking brilliant time and elevating my craft and, you know, making brothers as well on set.”
Keoghan also appeared on the programme to talk about his latest movie, Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, which is streaming on Netflix starting today. He also reflected on another successful project from his career, 2023’s Saltburn, and how the memorable scene set to Sophie Ellis Bextor’s ‘Murder On The Dancefloor’ continues to follow him. “They played it three times at the Vanity Fair (Oscars party),” he said. “I was like, ‘Okay. We get it.’ Honestly, three times. You know, I was like, ‘What are they doing?’”.
Earlier this year, Barry Keoghan also likened his role as Tommy Shelby’s son in the Peaky Blinders film to the journey of Simba in The Lion King. “Honestly!” he told Empire Magazine. “The Lion King was one of the ones that, for me, had that animalistic, father and son approach to it.”
In a previous interview, he also admitted he felt intimidated when he first met Ringo Starr while preparing for the role.
Maroon 5 officially launched the second weekend of American Express presents BST Hyde Park with a headline performance on London's Great Oak Stage on Friday, 3 July 2026. Taking a short break from their ongoing global Love Is Like tour, the multi-platinum American pop rock band delivered an energetic sold out concert for thousands of fans. The milestone performance reflected just how far the group has come since making its London debut at the intimate Barfly venue in 2005.
Frontman Adam Levine guided the six member band through an uninterrupted set packed with worldwide hits, kicking things off with "Harder To Breathe" after an opening audio tribute to The Beach Boys. The energy stayed high as the group launched into fan favorites including "Animals" and "One More Night," with Levine making his way along the runway to connect with fans gathered at the front of the stage. As the evening sky over London began to glow, "Sunday Morning" provided one of the night's standout moments, featuring an extended guitar showcase from lead guitarist James Valentine. The audience then joined together for huge singalongs to "She Will Be Loved" and the Cardi B collaboration "Girls Like You." The main performance wrapped up with the instantly recognizable whistle melody of "Moves Like Jagger," before an encore featuring "Payphone" and "Sugar" brought the night to an unforgettable finish.
The main stage also welcomed a crowd pleasing set from pop rock band OneRepublic during the late afternoon. Frontman Ryan Tedder performed a string of beloved hits spanning nearly twenty years, including "Stop and Stare," "Apologize," and the hugely successful European streaming favorite "Counting Stars." He also treated fans to a solo medley highlighting songs he has written for artists including Beyoncé and Adele.
Earlier in the day, Jess Glynne attracted a huge audience with spirited performances of chart hits "I’ll Be There" and "Hold My Hand," while R&B singer Ella Eyre impressed with powerful renditions of "Space" and a soulful take on "Crazy." The day's varied lineup also featured opening rock performances from Reading quartet Only The Poets, along with dynamic alternative sets by Bradley Simpson, Pedro Santos, and electronic pop duo VOILÀ across the festival site.
Photo credit: Sienna Lorraine Gray
