The Who Reunite With Zak Starkey
The band recently rehearsed with their former drummer for a possible European leg of their farewell tour, with Roger Daltrey saying it 'sounded great'
The Who have taken a significant step towards continuing their farewell tour, with the band recently rehearsing with drummer Zak Starkey for a possible European leg. According to Roger Daltrey, the rehearsal 'sounded great', sparking hopes of a reunion between the band and their former drummer.
The rehearsal took place after the Who's U.S. leg of their farewell tour wrapped up in October 2025. Zak Starkey, who has played with the band for 30 years, was fired in April 2025, but has now been welcomed back for the potential European tour. Starkey posted a picture of a review of the rehearsal on Instagram, writing 'Nice one Rog x. Lookin forward to tearin it up with The Who again..'
The Who last played with Zak Starkey on March 30, 2025, during a Teenage Cancer Trust benefit show at London's Royal Albert Hall. Despite the band's U.S. leg coming to an end, Roger Daltrey has stated that the farewell tour is 'not over by any means'. The band is now considering a European leg, with the recent rehearsal a positive step towards making that happen.
## What's Next The reunion between the Who and Zak Starkey is a significant development, given the band's previous split with the drummer. The fact that the rehearsal 'sounded great' suggests that the band is on track to deliver a successful European leg of their farewell tour. With the Who's farewell tour not yet over, fans can look forward to the possibility of more shows in the future.
The Who's decision to reunite with Zak Starkey is also a testament to the band's commitment to their music and their fans. Despite the challenges they have faced, the band is determined to give their fans a memorable farewell tour. With the European leg potentially on the horizon, fans can expect more updates from the band in the coming months.
## Background The Who's farewell tour has been a long time coming, with the band first announcing their intentions to retire from touring in 2019. The tour has been a huge success, with the band playing to sold-out crowds across the United States. The reunion with Zak Starkey is a significant development, given the band's previous split with the drummer. The fact that the rehearsal 'sounded great' suggests that the band is on track to deliver a successful European leg of their farewell tour.
