Beatles drummer Ringo Starr cancels concert after his voice is ‘affected’ by sudden illness

Ringo Starr has cancelled a performance in the US after falling ill with a mystery illness.

The former Beatles drummer, 82, who lives in Los Angeles, was due to perform at the Four Winds Casino in Michigan on Saturday 1 October with All Starr Band.

But the show was cancelled when he fell ill and was unable to perform.

The venue put out a statement just hours before the gig which revealed that Ringo was having issues with his voice.

The statement reads: “Ringo is sick and was hoping he could carry on, hence the late decision, but it has affected his voice so tonight’s show, scheduled to begin in a few hours, is cancelled.

“Ringo and the band send peace and love to all the fans who came out tonight and hope to see you all soon.”

The band have offered to refund fans who were disappointed that the concert did not go ahead.

They also cancelled a gig at the Mystic Lake Hotel in Minnesota on Sunday 2 October.

Fans took to social media to share their frustrations over the cancellations and to wish the musician a speedy recovery.

One fan wrote: “If you are concerned about Ringo Starr’s health, please remember that he has a long history of illness - dating from his childhood days in Liverpool - and pulling through.

“I wish him and his loved ones all the best.”

Another said: “Not good news…get well soon Ringo.”

All Starr Band was set to tour in 2020 but the pandemic delayed the endeavour until 2022.

The band performs music from The Beatles as well as music from other members of the band such as Warren Ham from Toto and Colin Hay from Men at Work.

Ringo, whose formal name is Richard Starkey, founded the band in 1989.

Other members have included Stevie Nicks, Steven Tyler, Eric Burdon and Judy Collins.

The band’s tour is not set to end until 20 October, but it is not yet known if Ringo will be well enough to continue.