Per Taste of Country, the former Beatles drummer, who recently released his country album “Look Up” — will headline a show at the Ryman. He was surprised on stage with the invite by Grand Ole Opry member Emmylou Harris. “When is that, July?” Starr said. “I’d love to. It’s an honor and a pleasure. Thank you.”

Country Hall of Famers Bill Anderson, Charlie McCoy, Don Schlitz, Connie Smith were featured at a special Grand Ole Opry event kicking off year 100.

Ringo Starr, center right, was invited by Emmylou Harris, center left, to make his Grand Ole Opry debut in February 2025. The former Beatle has a new country album, and two sold-out shows at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville. (Courtesy photo/Beautiful Day Media) Ringo Starr is playing the Grand Ole Opry.

Bill Anderson country singer, songwriter, and television host also known as “Whisperin’ Bill” released his most successful song ‘Still’ in 1963. In 1961 Anderson was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry.

Tuesday night in Nashville, Emmylou Harris invited famed Beatles drummer Ringo Starr to make his Grand Ole Opry debut in February.

Starr will make his Opry debut on February 21 at the Grand Ole Opry House as part of the Opry’s ongoing 100th Anniversary celebration. Starr kicked off his sold-out two-night show (Jan. 14-15) at the Ryman Auditorium Tuesday night, to celebrate his new country album, Look Up.

The British Invasion will include a Ringo Starr performance at the Grand Ole Opry.