Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys dead at 82

[Blackadder1916]

Brian Wilson, co-creator of iconic 1960s band The Beach Boys, dies aged 82

"We are heartbroken to announce that our beloved father Brian Wilson has passed away," his family said in a statement.

www.bbc.com

 

[Fishbone Jones]

Probably a blessing with his mental illness.

 

[OldSolduer]

Probably a blessing with his mental illness.

Was he chronically depressed?

 

[Fishbone Jones]

Was he chronically depressed?

Not sure of the prognosis, but he's been plagued with mental illness for years.

 

[daftandbarmy]

Was he chronically depressed?

The BNL wrote a song about that...

 

[caleb377]

Brian Wilson was such a legend- his music shaped so many good memories. Definitely raising a glass in his honor tonight. Cheers to the man who gave us those timeless Beach Boys vibes.