Music legend gravitates toward country, will perform at Grand Ole Opry

Ringo Starr is playing the Grand Ole Opry.

Yes, that Ringo Starr.

The music icon, who just released his country album “Look Up,” was surprised by Grand Ole Opry member Emmylou Harris with an official invitation during a recent performance, per Taste of Country.

“When is that, July?” Starr joked about whether he’d be able to make it.

“I’d love to. It’s an honor and a pleasure. Thank you.”

Starr is scheduled to perform at the Grand Ole Opry on Feb. 21, which be a part of the Opry’s 100th anniversary celebration.

“What an honor that after all the extraordinary music he has made and all the incredible history he’s been a part of, Ringo Starr will be making his Opry debut during this, the Opry’s milestone 100th year,” Opry Executive Producer Dan Rogers said in a statement, per The Tennessean. “It’s going to be a night like no other.”

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