THE friction between Sir Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr in 1970 will be brought to life in the upcoming Beatles biopic.
But I can reveal there is tension among the two actors playing the pop legends, too.
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Cast from left: Harris Dickinson as John Lennon, Paul Mescal as Paul McCartney, Barry Keoghan as Ringo Starr, and Joseph Quinn as George Harrison Credit: PA
Paul Mescal as Paul and Barry Keoghan as Ringo
Oscar-nominated Barry Keoghan is playing drummer Ringo, alongside Gladiator II star Paul Mescal as Macca.
Sources on the set of the film, directed by Sam Mendes and due for release in 2028, have noticed that the relationship between the two Irish actors has become strained.
One said: “Barry has been rubbing people up the wrong way.
“His timekeeping is not always up to scratch and he often references that he is a parent — despite not living with his son.
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“He also brings his brother Eric on set as his assistant, which doesn’t always bring out the best in his character.
“Barry is professional and can bring out the best in any script.
“But he can test the boundaries off-camera.”
Paul and Ringo, the last surviving members of the band, clashed in 1970, shortly before the group split in April that year.
Paul was preparing to release his first solo album, McCartney, just a few weeks before The Beatles album Let It Be was due to come out.
His bandmates wrote him a letter asking him to delay it, and Ringo hand-delivered it to Paul’s home in London.
Paul, who is now close friends with Ringo, later admitted it was the only time he threw someone out of his house.
The new screen project is a series of four biographical films based on the lives and careers of each member of The Beatles.
Joseph Quinn is George Harrison in the movie Credit: �2026 CTMG, Inc., All Rights Reserved.
Harris Dickinson is John Lennon in the new film
The four intersecting biopics, written by James Bond screenwriter Jez Butterworth, will tell the story of the group from their humble beginnings in Liverpool to becoming the biggest band on the planet.
Stranger Things’ Joseph Quinn will portray George Harrison and Harris Dickinson stars as John Lennon.
Earlier this week, Harris and co-star Paul went to the Primavera Sound festival in Barcelona, where they were filming.
Of the four films, Mendes explained: “Each one is told from the particular perspective of just one of the guys. This is a chance to understand them a little more deeply.”
Even so, it sounds like there’s another meaty story behind the camera.
Reza’s sharpe move
Reza Amiri-Garroussi and Bella Sharpe have got back together Credit: Channel 4
MADE In Chelsea couple Reza Amiri-Garroussi and Bella Sharpe have got back together.
The pair, who first dated in 2024, have been spotted together in London.
It comes as Reza’s ex Ruby Adler announced her engagement to multi-millionaire Luxe Listings Sydney star Gavin Rubinstein after just a year of dating.
An insider said: “Reza and Bella split due to the pressures of filming Made In Chelsea. But now they’re taking a break from the show, they’ve reconnected.
“Reza always wanted to give the relationship another chance. With Ruby out of the picture, there’s nothing to stop them.”
Hopefully it’ll be second time lucky for these two.
CHLOE’S PRICE IS RIGHT
TOWIE’s Chloe Brockett is dating a new fella Credit: Louis Wood
TOWIE’S CHLOE BROCKETT is dating a new man – her co-star’s ex.
I can reveal the reality star is courting Essex lad Daniel Price, who used to romance Yazmin Oukhellou.
Chloe recently split with Love Island champ Jack Fincham.
A source said: “Chloe and Daniel have kept their relationship quiet. They are enjoying getting to know each other. He treats her well and she is happy.”
It’s not the first time Yasmin and Chloe have shared the same taste in men after they both had trysts with James Lock.
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BEBE AND JASON ON THE BALL
Bebe Rexha belted out hits in a denim corset teamed with a fluffy pink cardie Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
Jason Derulo ripped his shirt off to bust out some signature moves Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
Derulo performing on stage at Capital’s Summertime Ball Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
Lola Young was back on fine form as she sang her anthem Messy and expressed her gratitude to the crowd for their support Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
POP’S finest didn’t let the relentless rain dampen their spirits yesterday as they took to the stage to perform for Capital FM’s Summertime ball at London’s Wembley Stadium.
Bebe Rexha belted out hits in a denim corset teamed with a fluffy pink cardie, Jason Derulo ripped his shirt off to bust out some signature moves, and superstar DJ Fatboy Slim got fans dancing.
Lola Young was back on fine form as she sang her anthem Messy and expressed her gratitude to the crowd for their support.
Opening up about her sobriety on the socials this week, she wrote: “Sometimes I feel like I am grieving an old version of myself that I have chosen to let go of. Even though I chose a path that is better and safer, there are days where it still all feels wrong.”
HOPEFULS GIVE XTINA ROLE A BURL
From left: Natalia Jacques, Gracie O’Brien and Cecilia Petrush Credit: Supplied
Producer Christina Aguilera and writer and director Steven Antin Credit: Maja Smiejkowska
CHRISTINA AGUILERA has cast three young stars to share the lead role in her upcoming production of Burlesque The Musical.
British newcomers Natalia Jacques and Gracie O’Brien will portray Ali, the waitress-turned-dancer played by Christina in the 2010 movie.
American Cecilia Petrush will also star in the role.
Writer and director Steven Antin said: “When Christina brought Ali to life in the film, she created something truly iconic.
“Bringing Burlesque from screen to stage is about honouring that legacy. These three exceptional actresses step into those heels not to imitate Christina, but to continue the legacy she began.”
Burlesque The Musical returns to London this September at the new West End venue The Arts At Marble Arch.
Netflix boosts brand
Netflix has added rape- accused Russell Brand’s hit film St Trinian’s on to the streaming service Credit: Getty
NETFLIX has added rape- accused Russell Brand’s hit film St Trinian’s on to the streaming service.
The actor and comedian starred in the 2007 movie about rebellious schoolgirls alongside Colin Firth and Rupert Everett.
Netflix added the flick under “comedies” last month.
Brand starred as crook Flash Harry who taught the schoolgirls about “the seven laws of crime”.
He is accused of three rapes, three sex assaults and an indecent assault on six women from 1999 to 2009.
His trial at Southwark Crown Court is due to start in October and is expected to take up to eight weeks.
The former TV and radio presenter denies all charges against him.
Rupert, who played headmistress Camilla Fritton in the film, claimed Brand behaved “perfectly well” on set.
He said: “There were a lot of beautiful women on St Trinian’s and there was never any scandal to do with Russell Brand.”
Sean sis: it’s real deal
LOVE Island star Sean Fitzgerald has uncovered a perfect match in Lola Deal, according to his sister.
Gaelic footballer Sean, who is in a couple with former police detective Lola, sealed their romance with a kiss at the villa in Majorca earlier this week.
The hunk’s sister Katie revealed: “I absolutely adore Lola.
“She is gorgeous, so sweet, kind, and the smile she puts on Sean’s face is really nice to see.
“As of right now in the villa, I think Lola is best suited to him.”
She said of her brother: “I would just like to see more of his goofy side that we all see at home.”
JEANIE IS OUT FOR B*WITCHED
Irish girl group B*Witched from left: Lindsay Armaou, Edele Lynch, Keavy Lynch and Sinead O’Carroll Credit: Alamy
They have revealed that the outfits in their 1998 hit video C’est La Vie were not actually planned Credit: 2018 Lorne Thomson
THEY rose to fame in the late Nineties wearing double denim – but Irish pop band B*Witched have revealed that the outfits in their 1998 hit video C’est La Vie were not actually planned.
Twin sisters Edele and Keavy Lynch, who supported their brother Shane and his Boyzone bandmates last night, sat down with Biz on Jattvibeday’s Emily ahead of their performance at London’s Emirates Stadium.
Edele said: “The day before we were doing the C’est La Vie video, our clothes got stolen from the record company and they never knew where they went.
“So in a panic they ended up going to Levi’s in the morning to just grab some clothes.”
She added: “I still have my outfit from the 1998 tour and I still fit into it. I don’t know if that is a good thing or a bad thing at this point. My eldest daughter borrows stuff all the time and I’m always coming across it.
“In the winter she wears this white fluffy jacket which I wore for the To You I Belong video.”
The twins, along with bandmates Sinead O’Carroll and Lindsay Armmaou, released their single Firefly on Friday ahead of an EP in August – but as they gear up for their 30th anniversary, they don’t plan on hanging up their jeans any time soon.
Edele explained: “We’ve realised that if we turn up without denim, we might as well not sing.”
Asked about the possibility of being in a campaign with Levi’s, the singer said: “I think they are missing a trick.”
KATE’S SEACRET TALENT
Kate Moss Watercolour is being auctioned to raise funds for Doodle Drop For Coral, a new campaign led by Project Zero Credit: Supplied
Kate has made her debut as an artist this week by unveiling her first watercolour for sale Credit: Getty
KATE MOSS has made her debut as an artist this week by unveiling her first watercolour for sale.
The supermodel painted a green and blue seahorse, left, which is being shown alongside new pieces by Rolling Stone bandmates Ronnie Wood and Keith Richards, Hollywood actress Sharon Stone and Guns N’ Roses legend Slash.
The collection is being auctioned online to raise funds for Doodle Drop For Coral, a new campaign led by Project Zero, the ocean conservation charity co-founded by Ronnie’s son TYRONE WOOD.
Kate has signed her seahorse by hand, writing: “Love, Kate Moss”, alongside a tiny heart.
The current bid stands at £285.
A nude portrait of Kate was painted by the late British artist Lucian Freud in 2002. It sold for £3.5million.
Tyrone told me: “Kate’s seahorse is one of those pieces that makes you smile.”
Nigella Lawson has revealed the secret ingredient she tucks into that keeps her skin looking young and plump Credit: Shutterstock
NIGELLA LAWSON has revealed the secret ingredient she tucks into that keeps her skin looking young and plump.
The Great British Bake Off judge, left, said: “I’m a great believer in butter. I just eat what I want.
“I’m not punish-ing myself trying to look like a model. I just waddle over and enjoy myself.”
Speaking at London’s Japanese restaurant Nobu, Nigella insisted she will not jump on the tweakment bandwagon, adding: “Cosmetic work is a tyranny. I just think there’s no point.”
Remind me to include a tub of Lurpak on my shopping list.
