Brian Wilson's Beach Boys Bandmates Break Silence on His Death as Daughter Carnie Says 'Miss You So Much Already'

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The Beach Boys shared a heartbreaking tribute to Brian Wilson following his death
In the post, they praised Wilson as "a genius" who was "the soul of our sound"
Wilson's family announced his death at the age of 82 on Wednesday, June 11The Beach Boys are honoring their late co-founder and singer.
After Brian's family announced on Wednesday, June 11 that he had died at the age of 82, the official Instagram account for The Beach Boys shared a sweet post honoring the late musician.
"The world mourns a genius today, and we grieve for the loss of our cousin, our friend, and our partner in a great musical adventure," the band began the caption, sharing a vintage photo of Brian alongside it. "Brian Wilson wasn't just the heart of The Beach Boys—he was the soul of our sound."
They continued: "The melodies he dreamed up and the emotions he poured into every note changed the course of music forever. His unparalleled talent and unique spirit created the soundtrack of so many lives around the globe, including our own."
"Together, we gave the world the American dream of optimism, joy, and a sense of freedom—music that made people feel good, made them believe in summer and endless possibilities," the "God Only Knows" group wrote.The Beach Boys then noted that they are "heartbroken" by Brian's death.
"We will continue to cherish the timeless music we made together and the joy he brought to millions over the decades," they wrote. "And while we will miss him deeply, his legacy will live on through his songs and in our memories. Our hearts go out to Brian's family and his loved ones during this difficult time."
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While the band's lead singer Mike Love has yet to post a statement of his own, he did share The Beach Boys' Instagram post on his Stories.
The Beach Boys co-founder and rhythm guitarist Al Jardine also paid tribute to Brian on Instagram June 11.
"Brian Wilson, my friend, my classmate, my football teammate, my Beach Boy bandmate and my brother in spirit, I will always feel blessed that you were in our lives for as long as you were," he wrote, sharing a photo of him and Brian together in plaid shirts.
"I think the most comforting thought right now is that you are reunited with Carl and Dennis, singing those beautiful harmonies again," Jardine, 82, wrote, referring to late bandmates Carl Wilson and Dennis Wilson. "You were a humble giant who always made me laugh and we will celebrate your music forever. Brian, I'll really miss you…still I have the warmth of the sun ☀️🎶❤️"
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John Stamos, who has often toured with The Beach Boys and has been performing with the band on their 2025 Sounds of Summer tour, also shared a heartfelt Instagram tribute on June 11.
"Brian Wilson didn't just soundtrack my life…he filled it with color, with wonder, with some of the most unforgettable, emotional, joyful moments I've ever known," the Full House alum, 61, began. "It's hard to put into words what it meant to stand beside him, laugh with him, play his music with him."
Stamos, who shared a photo of him with Brian, noted that the late musician was more than a "musical genius, he was a gentle, soulful, funny, complex, beautiful man."
"He heard things no one else could hear. He felt things deeper than most of us ever will. And somehow, he turned all of that into music that wrapped itself around the world and made us all feel less alone," he wrote.
Stamos continued: "I grew up worshipping the Beach Boys, never imagining one day I'd get to play with them, let alone call Brian a friend. Brian gave the world Pet Sounds, God Only Knows, and Wouldn't It Be Nice. Songs that didn't just play in the background of our lives, they shaped who we were. They shaped who I became."
Stamos also wrote that his "heart" is with Brian's family members.
"Brian once said, 'Music is God's voice.' I believe he was right, and now that voice, his voice, is part of the divine chorus. The music didn't end. Rest easy, Brian. Thank you for the music. Thank you for the moments. I'll carry them with me -forever," he concluded.
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Brian's daughter Carnie Wilson also broke her silence on her father's death.
"I have no words to express the sadness I feel right now," she began the post, which she shared alongside a photo of her and sister Wendy Wilson. "My Father @brianwilsonlive was every fiber of my body. He will be remembered by millions and millions until the world ends."
Carnie, 57, noted how "lucky" she was to "have been his daughter and had a soul connection with him."
"I've never felt this kind of pain before, but I know he's resting up there in heaven ... or maybe playing the piano for Grandma Audree his Mom," wrote Carnie. "I will post something else soon but this is all my hands will let me type. I love you Daddy....I miss so much you already."
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Nancy Sinatra, who collaborated with Wilson on "California Girls" on her 2002 album California Girl called singing with the late artist "one of the biggest thrills of my life" in a heartfelt Instagram tribute.
"His cherished music will live forever as he travels through the Universe and beyond," Sinatra, 85, captioned the post, alongside a photo of Wilson with his arm wrapped around her in what appeared to be a studio. "God bless you, sweet Brian."
in an Instagram post on June 11, Wilson's family confirmed he had died at the age of 82.
"We are heartbroken to announce that our beloved father Brian Wilson has passed away," read the statement, which was shared with a recent photo of the music legend smiling on a bench. "We are at a loss for words right now."
It continued: "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."
No cause of death has been revealed.
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