Video: 'Ringo Starr's tonsils (1964)' (Dec. 1, 1964, at 0:00-1:58)

(Tuesday, December 1, 1964) — Beatles drummer Ringo Starr entered University College Hospital in London today, where he will spend the next 10 days recuperating after a scheduled tonsillectomy.

Starr, 24, was admitted in preparation for the operation, which is set to take place tomorrow.

Upon his arrival, Starr briefly addressed the press, expressing optimism for a swift recovery.

“I’m feeling good and looking forward to getting back on stage soon,” he told reporters, maintaining his trademark humor and charm.

His bandmates and millions of fans are hopeful for his quick return to the lineup as the Beatles continue their rapid rise in global popularity.