Entertainment · November 12, 2026
Duran Drummer Roger Taylor Retiring Due to ‘Worsening’ Tinnitus
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Duran drummer Roger Taylor announced his retirement from the band and from drumming on November 12, 2026. Taylor cited a recent diagnosis of tinnitus—a condition causing ringing in the ears—that has been steadily worsening. In a statement shared on the group's social media, the 66-year-old musician expressed pride in his career, noting that the timing follows a successful UK and European tour and the band's recent induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Taylor, who first joined the group in 1978, has played in two major stints spanning nearly 50 years of the band's history.
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Duran Duran Drummer Roger Taylor Retiring Due to 'Worsening' Tinnitus
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Duran Duran Drummer Roger Taylor Stepping Down From Band Due to Tinnitus Diagnosis: ‘I Move On With Enormous Pride’
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Duran Duran Drummer Roger Taylor Exits Group and Retires Following Tinnitus Diagnosis
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Reported by multiple outlets
- Roger Taylor is retiring from Duran and from drumming.
- The retirement is due to a diagnosis of tinnitus that has been worsening.
- The announcement was made on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
- The news was shared via a statement on Duran's social media.
- Taylor is 66 years old.
- Taylor cited the need to listen to his body and his doctors.
- The band recently completed a UK and European tour and played at BST Hyde Park.
- Taylor was part of the band's induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Reported by only some outlets
- Taylor returned to the studio with Nile Rodgers before retiring.
- Taylor first joined the group in 1978.
- Taylor left the band in 1985 and returned in 2001.
Confirmed
- Roger Taylor is retiring from Duran and drumming due to tinnitus.
- The announcement was made on November 12, 2026.
- Taylor was part of the band from 1978-1985 and 2001-2026.
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