Ringo Starr and spouse Barbara Bach have been fortunately collectively for the reason that ‘80s.
The couple met whereas on the set of their 1980 movie, Caveman. Earlier than getting collectively, Starr (actual title Richard Starkey) was beforehand married to Maureen Cox from 1965 to 1975. The exes share three children: Zak, Jason and Lee.
Bach, for her half, wed Italian businessman Augusto, Depend Gregorini di Savignano di Romagna in 1966. Throughout their marriage, Bach welcomed daughter Francesca and son Gianni. They divorced in 1975.
Regardless of connecting through the slapstick comedy, Starr and Bach didn’t begin their romance till the filming was practically over.
“The reality is, we weren’t collectively till the very finish of Caveman. Working, we acquired alongside superb, however we every had different folks, our respective mates,” Bach mentioned in a 1981 interview with Playboy. “Then, unexpectedly, inside per week — the final week of capturing — it simply occurred. We modified from pleasant like to being in love.”
One yr later, Starr and Bach tied the knot in London. They’ve been by one another’s aspect ever since.
Hold scrolling for Starr and Bach’s full relationship timeline:
1980
Barbara Bach and Ringo Starr in Caveman.Cowl Photos
Starr and Bach met on the set of their movie Caveman. The Beatles drummer starred as prehistoric man Atouk whereas Bach portrayed Lana, considered one of his love pursuits.
April 1981
The pair tied the knot at Marylebone City Corridor in London after practically relationship for one yr.
1988
Bach and Starr entered therapy collectively on the Sierra Tucson Rehabilitation Clinic. Starr opened up about how in search of therapy for substance abuse helped him keep on his path.
“I didn’t tour within the ’80s, and never lots within the ’70s. I kind of acquired concerned in a whole lot of substances and so they grew to become extra essential than the rest,” he informed People in 2017. “In ’88 I ended up in rehab and in ’89 I put the primary All-Starr Band collectively. I acquired again on observe, and that’s what I’ve accomplished ever since.”
February 2010
Barbara Bach and Ringo Starr attend Hollywood Stroll of Fame Star ceremony honoring musician Ringo Starr on February 8, 2010 in Hollywood, California.Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Photos
Bach was by Starr’s aspect when he obtained his star on the Hollywood Stroll of Fame.
January 2014
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Barbara Bach Ringo Starr on the 56th Grammy Awards on the Staples Middle in Los Angeles, California. Starr introduced Bach as his plus-one to the Grammys as he and Paul McCartney obtained a Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award for his or her work in The Beatles.
November 2015
The drummer and former Bond Girl celebrated 35 years collectively. In an interview with People, Starr opened up about how their spark hasn’t dulled in spite of everything these years.
“There’s no escape … I believe I really like Barbara as a lot [today] as I did [when we met],” Starr gushed. “And I’m past blessed that she loves me and we’re nonetheless collectively.”
December 2015
Starr and Bach determined to public sale off a few of their private gadgets, together with some particular Beatles collectibles through Julien’s Auctions. The pair raised $9 million for their charity, the Lotus Basis.
July 2016
Bach and Starr attended the Cirque du Soleil’s The Beatles LOVE present, which was celebrating its tenth anniversary.
September 2016
Ringo Starr, Barbara Bach, Paul McCartney and Nancy Shevell attend the World Premiere of “The Beatles: Eight Days A Week – The Touring Years”.Dave Benett/WireImage
The twosome attended the premiere of the documentary The Beatles: Eight Days A Week – The Touring. Starr and Bach had been joined on the crimson carpet by McCartney and his spouse, Nancy Shevell.
March 2018
Ringo Starr and Barbara Bach arrive at Buckingham Palace to obtain his Knighthood at an Investiture ceremonyJohn Stillwell/Getty Photos
Bach was by Starr’s aspect when he was knighted by Prince William.
December 2022
Starr and Bach stepped out for the London premiere of If These Partitions May Sing. The documentary, which was filmed by McCartney’s daughter Mary, informed the historical past of Abbey Highway Studios and included cameos from McCartney, Starr and extra A-Listing musicians.
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March 2024
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The duo had been reunited with Paul and Shevell throughout Paris Style Week to help Stella McCartney’s present.
Joe Walsh, Marjorie Bach, Ringo Starr and Barbara Bach attend Ringo’s Peace & Love Birthday Celebration at Beverly Hills Backyard Park.Kevin Winter/Getty Photos
Bach and Starr celebrated the eleventh anniversary of Ringo’s Peace & Love Birthday Celebration in Los Angeles.
“Peace & Love from Ringo, household, and mates in Beverly Hills, California! 🇺🇸😎✌️🌟❤️🎶🌻🥦🌈☮️,” Star wrote via Instagram alongside a video from the occasion.
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