# The Who reunion with Zak Starkey > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/the-who-reunion-with-zak-starkey > Updated: 2026-09-03T13:05:20.000Z. Sources: 14. Developments: 3. Rock band The Who has reportedly resumed rehearsals with drummer Zak Starkey. Vocalist Roger Daltrey announced during a solo performance in Las Vegas that the sessions “sounded great.” Starkey, who had been dismissed from the group in 2025 following disputes, corroborated the news on social media, describing the rehearsal as intense. The reunion follows the conclusion of the band’s North American farewell tour, ‘The Song is Over,’ in October 2025. While the band’s long-term future remains unconfirmed, reports indicate that Starkey’s return may assist in expanding the farewell tour to include European dates. In September 2026, Daltrey revealed that recent rehearsals with Starkey and Pete Townshend were designed to test the band’s ability to maintain their signature energy and musical pitch for potential live performances in 2027. Daltrey noted that while the band has never felt the same since the death of Keith Moon in 1978, Starkey is “very close to that style” and acts as a “like-for-like replacement.” However, Daltrey expressed uncertainty regarding a full reunion, noting that while they love Starkey, the rigors of touring can sometimes be difficult for him. Regarding the band’s trajectory, Daltrey indicated that his current solo tour, ‘A Great Night Out!’, might be his last as he looks toward a more ordinary life and continued charity work. Speculation continues regarding a structured farewell tour, with possibilities mentioned for a North American run and a potential European tour in 2027. ## Claims - Roger Daltrey stated that a recent rehearsal with Zak Starkey sounded great. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Zak Starkey had been the band’s drummer for approximately 30 years starting in 1996. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Roger Daltrey stated that drummer Zak Starkey is not Keith Moon but comes close to his style. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend recently rehearsed with Zak Starkey. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The band rehearsed to determine if they can still maintain their musical energy and pitch for future shows. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Zak Starkey confirmed via Instagram that he is happy to be playing music with the band again. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The band is considering continuing their farewell tour in Europe. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The band’s North American leg of the farewell tour was scheduled to conclude in October 2025. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The Who and Zak Starkey’s representatives confirmed to Variety that Starkey is set to return. (single source) - Daltrey suggested his current solo tour might be his last. (single source) - The band is considering a potential farewell tour in Europe in 2027. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-03: Roger Daltrey reveals The Who rehearsed with Zak Starkey for potential shows The Who frontman Roger Daltrey revealed that the band has recently rehearsed with drummer Zak Starkey to explore the possibility of performing shows next year. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/roger-daltrey-discusses-the-whos-future-and-rehearsals-with-zak-starkey ### 2026-08-31: Zak Starkey returns to The Who for potential farewell tour Drummer Zak Starkey is returning to The Who after a period of dismissal. Recent rehearsals with Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend were successful, potentially paving the way for a European farewell tour. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zak-starkey-returns-to-the-who-for-potential-farewell-tour ### 2026-08-28: The Who returns to rehearsals with drummer Zak Starkey The Who is reportedly back in rehearsals with drummer Zak Starkey following the conclusion of their farewell tour. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/the-who-returns-to-rehearsals-with-drummer-zak-starkey --- Cite as: The Who reunion with Zak Starkey. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/the-who-reunion-with-zak-starkey