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Brian Wilson, Beach Boys Co-Founder, Passes Away at 82

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Jun 10, 2025 — 1 min read

Brian Wilson, a musical genius and founding member of the iconic American rock band The Beach Boys, has passed away at the age of 82. Wilson's legacy is etched in the band's timeless summer hits, including "Fun, Fun, Fun," "Surfin' USA," and "California Girls." He also made significant contributions to the music of fellow '60s beach rockers Jan and Dean and country legend Glen Campbell. Wilson's mental health journey, which included a public diagnosis of schizoaffective disorder, has been a poignant part of his story. His family's musical talent extends beyond him, with his brothers Carl and Dennis Wilson, and cousin Mike Love being original members of The Beach Boys.

Key Takeaways:

Brian Wilson, co-founder of The Beach Boys, has passed away at the age of 82.
Wilson wrote some of the band's most popular songs, including "Fun, Fun, Fun," "Surfin' USA," and "California Girls."
He also collaborated on songs for Jan and Dean, including their hit "Surf City," and with country legend Glen Campbell.
Wilson struggled with schizoaffective disorder and was open about his experience of hearing voices while performing on stage.
His family's musical talent continues through his brothers, Carl and Dennis Wilson, and cousin Mike Love, who are all original members of The Beach Boys.
Wilson's daughters, Carnie and Wendy Wilson, formed the pop group Wilson Phillips with Cheyenne Phillips, daughter of Michelle Phillips from The Mamas & The Papas.
The Beach Boys are currently on tour with Mike Love still singing lead.

Statistics:

82: Brian Wilson's age at the time of his passing.
6: Number of songs written by Brian Wilson for The Beach Boys that became iconic hits.
1800s: Wilson Phillips' pop group formed with Carnie and Wendy Wilson, Cheyenne Phillips, and Wendy's children.
15: Number of weeks the Wilson Phillips song "Hold On" stayed at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1990.

Sources:

ABC News
NBC News
The Jacksonville Journal-Courier (Jacksonville, Ill.)
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