Derek Taylor

Derek Wyn Taylor was an English journalist, writer, publicist and record producer. He is best known for his role as press officer to the Beatles, with whom he worked in 1964 and then from 1968 to 1970, and was one of several associates to earn the moniker "the Fifth Beatle". Before returning to London to head the publicity for the Beatles' Apple Corps organisation in 1968, he worked as the publicist for California-based bands such as the Byrds, the Beach Boys and the Mamas and the Papas.

Taylor was known for his forward-thinking and extravagant promotional campaigns, exemplified in taglines such as "The Beatles Are Coming" and "Brian Wilson Is a Genius". He was equally dedicated to the 1967 Summer of Love ethos and helped stage that year's Monterey Pop Festival.

Derek Taylor is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 7 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes Let It Be (1970), The Beatles: Get Back (2021), Imagine: John Lennon (1988), Mighty Good: The Beatles (1977), Bed Peace (1969), Brian Epstein: Inside the Fifth Beatle (2004), John Lennon: A Journey in the Life (1985). The recorded credits span 1969 to 2021, including 6 movies and 1 TV show.

The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.