For nearly three decades, Zak Starkey was at the center of The Who’s live resurgence—a drummer whose energy, pedigree, and power earned the respect of die-hard fans and the band’s legendary co-founders. But after months of public uncertainty, abrupt reversals, and behind-the-scenes tension, Starkey’s long-standing tenure with the band came to a definitive and public end in May 2025. The saga began in April 2025, when The Who announced that it had parted ways with Starkey following performances at London’s Royal Albert Hall. That announcement came as a surprise to many, including Starkey himself, who later revealed he had experienced The post Zak Starkey Fired from The Who—Again appeared first on ClassicRockHistory.com.