Nancy Lee Andrews, a talented photographer and actress, found herself in the vibrant and whirlwind world of rock ‘n’ roll, particularly as she became romantically involved with Ringo Starr, the legendary drummer of The Beatles.
Their relationship began during a time of great personal and professional transformation for Starr. As the 1970s ushered in new musical movements, the breakup of The Beatles cast a shadow over the band members’ lives, and Starr, along with his new romantic partner, found solace in each other’s company. Their connection symbolized a fusion of artistic creativity and personal camaraderie, as they shared moments of quiet reflection amid the chaos of the music industry. One particularly charming memory from their relationship is captured in photo booth images, candid snapshots of their shared laughter and love during this defining period.
Nancy and Ringo were introduced through John Lennon at a social gathering—possibly a birthday party at John’s beach house in 1974. Their first encounter reportedly happened at a poker table where Ringo was playing.
“I met Ringo on a Monday afternoon in May 27, 1974,” said Nancy. “John had rented actor Peter Lawford’s infamous Santa Monica beach home where he and May Pang hosted many get-togethers. Girlfriends and wives were cooking in the kitchen and kids were swimming in the pool. It was a family get-together, rock ‘n’ roll style. A seat was offered to me at the poker table and I found myself next to Ringo. He was so charming, playful, witty and cute as hell. He might have had sad eyes, but they were twinkling at me that day.”
“After our first date we were hooked on each other,” Nancy continued. “We just continued until one day we were looking for a house together and we were a couple. Our world was fast and on the move all over the world. We had a place in Monte Carlo, England, Amsterdam and LA. Between the recording studios, movie premieres, promotion tours, traveling nine months a year and juggling the children, friends and family we were gypsies — elegant gypsies. Sometimes we would unplug the phones and hide out in our own house not letting anybody know we were in town. Just a few days of old movies, some home made popcorn and our favorite meals. Those days were some of our best times.”
They were in a committed relationship for about six years and got engaged following Ringo’s divorce from Maureen Starkey in 1975. During a romantic holiday in Mexico, Nancy co‑wrote the song “Las Brisas” with Ringo, which appeared on his 1976 album Ringo’s Rotogravure.
In 1980, their engagement ended after Ringo met Barbara Bach, with whom he later married. Nancy subsequently sued Ringo for palimony.
Despite the breakup and legal battles, Nancy later expressed support for Ringo’s marriage to Barbara Bach, acknowledging he found someone special.
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