Beach Boys legend Brian Wilson dies aged 82 | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentIndependent Bulletin homepageSocial PartnerWe are 8 logo (opens in a new tab)AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleRoisin O'ConnorWednesday 11 June 2025 18:29 BSTMusician Brian Wilson poses for a portrait in Los Angeles on June 2, 2015Brian Wilson, the co-founder, singer, songwriter, and producer of the Beach Boys, has died at the age of 82, according to a statement from his children.Wilson's musical talent was evident from a young age, and he formed The Pendletones in 1961 with his brothers, cousin Mike Love, and classmate Al Jardine, later changing their name to the Beach Boys.By 1963, Wilson limited his public appearances to focus on producing, leading to the hit album Surfin' USA, but struggled with the pressures of fame and competition with Beatlemania.Wilson's groundbreaking album Pet Sounds (1966) was critically acclaimed but commercially disappointing; he would later deal with drug abuse and mental health issues.Wilson continued to tour and create music, including solo projects and collaborations, and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1988; he is survived by his five children and grandchildren.In fullBrian Wilson, shy genius of the Beach Boys, dies aged 82Thank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in