
Brian Wilson has died aged 82, his family has announced. Born in Inglewood, California on 20 June 1942, Wilson co-founded the Beach Boys and went on to become one of the most influential songwriters and producers in pop music history.
Writing on Instagram, his family posted: “We are heartbroken to announce that our beloved father Brian Wilson has passed away. 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. Love & Mercy.”