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Drummer sacked
The Island
|April 22, 2025
Legendary rock band, The Who, have sacked their drummer, after playing together for decades.
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They are said to have parted ways following a "huge fall out".
A spokesperson for The Who revealed that Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend sacked long-time drummer Zak Starkey after shows in London.
They said: “The band made a collective decision to part ways with Zak after this round of shows at the Royal Albert Hall.
"They have nothing but admiration for him and wish him the very best for his future."
According to sources, Roger and Pete's decision has "upset" Zak, who is the son of legendary Beatles drummer Ringo Starr.
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