Brian Wilson Dead: Beach Boys Co-Founder and Singer Was 82

Brian Wilson, the pop music genius and singer who co-founded the Beach Boys, has died. He was 82.

The musician's family announced his death on Wednesday, June 11 in an Instagram post featuring a recent photo of the star smiling on a bench.

"We are heartbroken to announce that our beloved father Brian Wilson has passed away," the statement read. "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."

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