Barry Keoghan Channels Ringo Starr with Shocking Long Locks Transformation
Barry Keoghan has unveiled a striking new hairstyle that’s drawing immediate comparisons to Ringo Starr‘s classic 1960s mop-top look, as the actor gears up for his role in an ambitious upcoming Beatles biopic series.
The Saltburn star, 33, debuted the transformation on January 28, 2026, while attending the London premiere (or screening) of his forthcoming thriller Crime 101 at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square. Dressed in a leather racing jacket from MAINS, Keoghan showcased his grown-out brunette locks, styled into a voluminous, shaggy cut that evokes the iconic early Beatles era—complete with that signature mop-top popularized by the Fab Four.
This hairstyle shift is no coincidence. Keoghan is preparing to portray Ringo Starr in The Beatles – A Four-Film Cinematic Event, a groundbreaking project directed by Oscar-winner Sam Mendes. The series comprises four interconnected feature films, each told from the perspective of one Beatles member: John Lennon (played by Harris Dickinson), Paul McCartney (Paul Mescal), George Harrison (Joseph Quinn), and Ringo Starr (Keoghan). All four films are slated for simultaneous theatrical release on April 7, 2028, promising what has been described as the “first bingeable theatrical experience.”
The transformation has sparked widespread buzz among fans and media, with many calling it a “shocking” yet spot-on preparation for the role. Keoghan has previously spoken about his efforts to immerse himself in the character, including a personal meeting with the real Ringo Starr (now 85). In interviews, he described freezing up during the encounter—where Starr even played drums for him—and emphasized his goal to humanize the legend rather than merely imitate him.
Stepping out with longer tresses marks one of the first major public signs of Keoghan’s physical prep for the biopic, moving away from his usual shorter cuts. Paired with his appearance at the Crime 101 event—where he joined co-stars including Chris Hemsworth, Halle Berry, and Mark Ruffalo—the look has only amplified excitement for his portrayal of the Beatles drummer.
As production on the Mendes-directed films continues to build momentum, Keoghan’s new style serves as a vivid reminder of the dedication actors bring to embodying music icons. The resemblance is already turning heads—proof that sometimes, the right haircut can speak volumes about an upcoming role.
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