Ringo Starr’s tonsils are removed

On 2 December 1964, Ringo Starr had his tonsils removed at University College Hospital, London.

He had arrived at the hospital the previous day. A record player and records were delivered to his bedside to keep him entertained during his stay.

Ringo Starr in University College Hospital, London, December 1964

George Harrison visited Starr on 8 December, while Paul McCartney did the same on the following day. Starr left hospital on 10 December 1964.

Page last updated: 26 November 2018

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3 thoughts on “Ringo Starr’s tonsils are removed”

  1. My nan was in the same hospital at that time. She had one leg amputated above the knee.
    Mum and dad took us to visit her, but we wanted to visit Ringo!

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