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Watch: Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr reunite on stage

Former bandmates Sir Paul McCartney and Sir Ringo Starr hugged on stage during a gig at London's O2 Arena.

Sir Ringo, drummer for the The Beatles, walked on to thunderous applause before the pair launched into classics Helter Skelter and Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band.

Thursday's performance was the last in Sir Paul's Got Back tour, which saw the 82-year-old play in France, Spain and Brazil

Paul and Ringo get back together at London gig

20 December 2024

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