Beatles Biopics Cast Wives, Ariana Grande Joins ‘American Horror Story’ Season 13

Get the inside scoop on the Beatles biopics’ cast playing the iconic spouses, plus Ariana Grande’s exciting new role in American Horror Story.

Iconic Beatles Wives Step Into the Spotlight

If you grew up dreaming of the Beatles—or even if you just tap your foot when "Let It Be" comes on—this news will definitely hit a nostalgic chord. The much-anticipated Beatles biopics, titled The Beatles — A Four-Film Cinematic Event, are shaping up to be a heartfelt homage to the legendary band’s saga, but with a fresh perspective: their wives.

Sony Pictures plans to release the cinematic event in April 2028, and it’s already casting some serious star power. Saoirse Ronan, Anna Sawai, Aimee Lou Wood, and Mia McKenna-Bruce are stepping up to portray the four women who stood beside the Fab Four during some of the most transformative years in rock history.

Paul and Linda McCartney performing with Wings in London, 1976 (photo: Wood / Evening Standard / Getty Images / Hulton Archive)

Here’s the lineup:
- Saoirse Ronan as Linda Eastman (Paul McCartney’s first wife)
- Anna Sawai as Yoko Ono (John Lennon’s second wife)
- Aimee Lou Wood as Pattie Boyd (George Harrison’s first wife)
- Mia McKenna-Bruce as Maureen Starkey (Ringo Starr’s first wife)

Previously announced cast includes Harris Dickinson as John Lennon, Paul Mescal as Paul McCartney, Joseph Quinn as George Harrison, and Barry Keoghan as Ringo Starr. Talk about an all-star ensemble!

Behind the Scenes: Spouses Who Shaped the Beatles

The Beatles’ story is well known, but these films promise to peel back the curtain on the personal lives of the band members, focusing on the women who were more than just muses—they were influential partners during both the highs and lows.

Director Sam Mendes, who’s helming the project, sums it up beautifully:

“Maureen, Linda, Yoko and Pattie are four fascinating and unique figures in their own right, and I’m thrilled that we’ve managed to persuade four of the most talented women working in film today to join this amazing adventure.”

Each film in this ambitious series will journey from the Beatles’ humble Liverpool beginnings in the early 1960s through their seismic breakup in 1970. The wives’ roles during these times were pivotal—not just in their personal lives but in the evolution of the band’s music and legacy.

Love Stories Behind the Legends

• Paul McCartney & Linda Eastman: They met in 1967 when Linda was a rock photographer. After the Beatles disbanded, Paul invited Linda, a budding musician, to join his band Wings. Their partnership lasted until Linda’s tragic death from cancer in 1998.
• John Lennon & Yoko Ono: Their story is iconic. Meeting in 1966 while Lennon was still married to his first wife, Cynthia, John and Yoko's relationship redefined artistic collaboration and activism. They married in 1969 and remained inseparable until Lennon’s untimely death in 1980. Yoko, now 92, still cherishes their New York apartment.
• George Harrison & Pattie Boyd: These two met on the set of A Hard Day’s Night in 1964 and tied the knot two years later. Their marriage ended in 1977, partly due to Pattie’s affair with Eric Clapton—George’s close friend—who she later married.
• Ringo Starr & Maureen Starkey: Their love story began when Maureen was just 16, working as a hairdresser in Liverpool. They married in 1965 and had three children, including Zak Starkey, a drummer for bands like The Who and Oasis. Maureen passed away in 1994 after battling leukemia.

Ariana Grande Joins the ‘American Horror Story’ Family

Switching gears from rock legends to the eerie world of horror, Ariana Grande has landed a role in the thirteenth season of American Horror Story. Scheduled for release sometime next year, the show is a powerhouse ensemble that continues to draw in stars from all corners of pop culture.

Grande joins an already impressive lineup including Sarah Paulson, Evan Peters, Angela Bassett, Kathy Bates, Emma Roberts, Billie Lourd, Gabourey Sidibe, Leslie Grossman, and Jessica Lange. Fans of Ryan Murphy’s work might recall Ariana’s earlier role in the 2014 series Scream Queens, which gave her a taste of the horror genre mixed with satire.

Whether you're a die-hard Beatles fanatic or a horror series devotee, these upcoming projects offer plenty to look forward to. The Beatles biopics promise a fresh look into the lives behind the legends, while Ariana Grande’s new role reminds us of her versatile talents beyond the music charts.

FAQ

• Which Beatles wives are featured in the upcoming biopics?
  Linda Eastman, Yoko Ono, Pattie Boyd, and Maureen Starkey are the four wives being portrayed.
• Who plays Paul McCartney’s wife in the films?
  Saoirse Ronan has been cast as Linda Eastman.
• When will the Beatles biopics be released?
  Sony Pictures plans to release the four-film event in April 2028.
• What is Ariana Grande’s involvement in American Horror Story?
  Ariana is joining the cast of the 13th season, bringing her talents back to the horror genre.
• Who directed The Beatles — A Four-Film Cinematic Event?
  The project is directed by Sam Mendes.

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