The family of Brian Wilson, the celebrated frontman of the Beach Boys, has announced his passing, citing deep sorrow while requesting privacy during their time of mourning.
Brian Wilson, Beach Boys Legend, Passes Away at 82

Brian Wilson, Beach Boys Legend, Passes Away at 82
Brian Wilson, the co-founder of the iconic 1960s band the Beach Boys, has died at the age of 82, as confirmed by his family.
Brian Wilson, the legendary frontman and co-founder of the Beach Boys, has died at the age of 82, his family announced. "We are heartbroken to announce that our beloved father Brian Wilson has passed away," his family said in a statement shared online. "We are at a loss for words right now," they added. "Please respect our privacy at this time as our family is grieving. We realize that we are sharing our grief with the world." This breaking news story is being updated and more details will be published shortly. Please refresh the page for the fullest version. You can receive Breaking News on a smartphone or tablet via the BBC News App. You can also follow @BBCBreaking on X to get the latest alerts.