BREAKING: Beach Boys legend Brian Wilson dead at 82
“We are heartbroken to announce that our beloved father Brian Wilson has passed away.”
“We are heartbroken to announce that our beloved father Brian Wilson has passed away.”

Beach Boys co-founder and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Brian Wilson has died. He was 82.
His family announced Wilson’s death in an Instagram post. “We are heartbroken to announce that our beloved father Brian Wilson has passed away,” they wrote. “We are at a loss for words right now. Please respect our privacy at this time as our family is grieving. We realize that we are sharing our grief with the world.”
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View on XWilson, a legendary composer who changed pop music, turned beach rock into some of the most compelling music of any decade. Though he faced decades of personal challenges, including mental health issues and addiction issues, Wilson’s legacy grew stronger throughout the decades.
He has been cited by numerous musicians over the years as an influence on them. This is a breaking news story. Refresh for updates.
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