Brian Wilson, the visionary co-founder and creative force behind The Beach Boys, has passed away at the age of 82.
“We are heartbroken to announce that our beloved father Brian Wilson has passed away,” his family shared in a heartfelt social media post.
“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.”
The news was met with both grief and gratitude by fans, many of whom had followed Wilson’s turbulent yet extraordinary journey for decades.
