A Year After Saying Goodbye To His Wife, Brian Wilson Dies At 82

Brian Wilson, a record producer and co-founder of the Beach Boys, has died!

The rockstar's children have announced that he passed away today, Wednesday, June 11, 2025. The news comes over a year after the family experienced the shocking death of his wife.

Brian Wilson, alongside his two brothers, Carl and Dennis Wilson, Mike Love, and Al Jardine, created the Beach Boys in 1961 as crisp, fresh out of high school boys.

In a joint statement by the legend's kids, they expressed their heartbreak at the loss of their 82-year-old father. "We are at loss for words right now," the children noted in their statement, adding that the public should kindly respect the family's privacy at the time of their grief.

The statement was rounded up with Brian's kids admitting that they share their grief with the whole world thatfelt the impact of the Beach Boys' music. Brian, alongside his four talented bandmates, launched their music career with their debut album, "Surfin Safari," which recorded a mediocre performance on the market.

The tides changed with their sophomore album, which earned them a gold classic record and built the foundation for more successful records such as "God Only Knows," "Good Vibrations," and "Wouldn't It Be Nice."

Brian welcomed two kids with his first wife, Marilyn Rovell, in 1968 and 1969, respectively.

Brian's death came as a rude shock to many fans who had grown fond of the musician over the years. Over 4k of his lovers and well-wishers trooped to the comment section to share their thoughts on his death.

"Heartbreaking. Incredible genius and beautiful musical creator of music that means everything in life and beyond," a fan declared in the comments. Another fan called today a "sad day in history," extending their well wishes to the singer's family and children.

"His talent will be missed. Brian's spirit will live forever in all of our hearts," the fan concluded. A third IG user described the legend as his "BIGGEST musical hero and influence" since they were young.

Despite the hurt of his death, the commenter expressed relief at knowing that he is free from Earth's troubles. "You changed the world, Brian, and we all love you. All the rest to you, love and mercy," a fourth commenter noted.

The Wilson family experienced a significant tragedy in January 2024 following the loss of his wife, Melinda Kay Ledbetter Wilson. As shared by The Blast, Melinda was a mother to five children at the time of his death.

Brian shared the news of his loss with the world on social media, accompanied by nostalgic pictures of Melinda in her younger days and another of the two together.

In his tribute to her, he emphasized that his wife's death was unbearable for the family and left them in tears. Brian added that the family felt "lost" without Melinda, who was not just his wife but his "savior." He told his followers that Melinda provided him with all the support and emotional security he needed to pursue a career. 

"She encouraged me to make the music that was closest to my heart. She was my anchor. She was everything for us. Please say a prayer for her. Love and Mercy, Brian," he concluded in his post.

In a report by The Blast last year, Brian was placed under court-ordered guardianship in a ruling approved by an L.A. judge last year. The conservatorship arrangement became necessary as the singer battled dementia.

Brian's staff, including his publicist, Jean Sievers, and manager, LeeAnn Hard, were appointed by the judge as his legal guardians. The judgment was accepted by all parties involved, including the actor's children.

Before approving the request, Judge Gus T. May maintained that it was essential to prove that Brian consented to be taken into the conservatorship arrangement since he could not make independent decisions.

"I find from clear and convincing evidence that a conservatorship of the person is necessary," the judge pronounced.

Wilson's program kicked off with him living under a 24-hour routine in his million-dollar, 9,353-square-foot mansion in Beverly Hills. His publicist and manager were hand-picked by his family to look after him after his wife died last year.

The duo lived up to expectations by ensuring that all his needs were met, including well-prepared meals and timely administration of his medication by health experts.

Before his conservatorship commenced, the singer already employed three full-time caregivers living in his home. They were joined by three nurses to also assist them in giving him the best possible care. His lawyer praised his mental alertness despite his dementia. According to him:

"Brian was well oriented as to person, place and time, acknowledging and responding to his name, providing me with his date of birth, the time of day, and the current date."

May Brian Wilson's soul rest in perfect peace.