Ringo Starr reportedly told a fan to "F**k off." The former Beatles drummer was taken by surprise when a devotee approached him after he had collected a Diamond award on behalf of the band at the World Music Awards in Monaco on Sunday and began shouting at the shocked female admirer.

Ringo Starr has asked fans for help - only days after saying he will no longer sign autographs. The former Beatles drummer has issued an appeal on his website asking the public to select the best photograph taken from the audience during his recent tour.

Ringo Starr has told fans not to send him any more letters because he has "too much to do." The former Beatle has warned admirers he will throw away anything sent to him after next Monday.