Breaking news: Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys dies at 82

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June 11, 2025, 1:17 p.m. ET

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Brian Wilson, Pop Auteur and Leader of the Beach Boys, Dies at 82

A hitmaker elevated and burdened by the label of genius, he transcended the breezy surf genre to create complex harmonies and intricate soundscapes in the studio.

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