Spent much time in and out of hospital with appendicitis and pleurisy

Began playing drums, joined Ed Clayton Skiffle Group at age 19

Became drummer for Rory Storm's Hurricanes and was dubbed "Ringo" by the leader

Joined the Beatles as a last-minute replacement for drummer Pete Best

World-wide fame started

Film acting debut in "A Hard Day's Night"

Post-Beatles solo acting debut, "Candy"

Directorial debut, "Born to Boogie"

Appeared in TV special "Ringo"; also featured in Mae West film, "Sextette"

Co-starred in comedy film "Caveman"

Appeared in miniseries "Princess Daisy" (NBC)

Signed seven-figure deal to advertise Sun Country Classic wine coolers

Starr and wife enter alcohol re-hab

Played "Conductor" on PBS children's show "Shining Time Station"

Formed All-Star Band

Signed deal to appear in advertisements for Pizza Hut