Jeff Rich

Jeffrey Dennis Rich (born 8 June 1953) is an English rock drummer, best known for playing with Status Quo between 1985 and 2000.

Born in Hackney, London, Rich attended Upton House Comprehensive School, and whilst there he appeared in the opera Tosca at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden.

Rich helped out Def Leppard in August 1986 and played alongside Rick Allen who had lost his left arm in a car accident in December 1984.

Rich had previously played with Stretch, Judie Tzuke and the Climax Blues Band.

Since leaving Status Quo, Rich has toured schools across the UK giving masterclasses in drumming and percussion.