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John Stamos told Beach Boys' Mike Love that Brian Wilson died: ‘He didn't say one word' for 2 hours
Wouldn't it be awful. That's how John Stamos felt having to break it to Mike Love that his Beach Boys bandmate — and cousin Brian Wilson — died at 82 on Wednesday. The 'Full House' actor, who has been an honorary Beach Boy playing drums and guitar with the band for 40 years, was traveling with Love when he received the heartbreaking news. Advertisement 5 'You know, they had 80-plus years together,' John Stamos reflected of Mike Love's reaction to Brian Wilson'sdeath. Getty Images for Songwriters Hall Of Fame 'I was with Mike, I got off the plane, and I got the text,' Stamos, 61, exclusively told The Post on the red carpet of the Songwriters Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Thursday before he enshrined Love at New York's Marriott Marquis. 'I was like, 'Oh boy, I guess I better [tell him].' I said, 'Mike, your cousin passed away,' and his face went blank.' 'And we sat in the car for two and a half hours or so … he didn't say one word,' he continued. 'And I didn't ask him anything, ask him how he was feeling. I knew how he was feeling.' Advertisement Indeed, Stamos — having grown up idolizing the Beach Boys long before he got to know and play with the '60s trailblazers of the California sound — understood the profound loss that frontman Love, 84, was processing about the group's mastermind. 'You know, they had 80-plus years together,' he said. 'They made beautiful music together.' But Stamos shares in the collective grief that the world is feeling after the death of the 'God Only Knows' giant, one of pop's true visionaries who changed music as we know it. Advertisement 5 'I don't know what I did right in some past life or something,' said John Stamos of being an honorary Beach Boy. Getty Images for Songwriters Hall Of Fame 'Without Brian Wilson, life would be a mistake,' he said. 'It's been a big blow to all of us.' Stamos first played with the Beach Boys four decades ago at the Washington Monument on the Fourth of July in 1985. 'This July 4th will be 40 years of nagging them and stalking them,' he said. Advertisement 5 The Beach Boys appeared on the 'Beach Boy Bingo' episode of Season 2 of 'Full House' in 1988. Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images But Stamos has been much more than just a stan. He helped introduce the Beach Boys to a new generation by featuring them on his TV sitcoms 'Full House' and 'You Again?' He also appeared in the video for their 1988 No. 1 hit 'Kokomo' and directed the clips for 1992's 'Hot Fun in the Summertime.' Stamos feels blessed to have 'spent a good amount of time' with Wilson, recalling one special trip to Montreal. 'We were doing some shows in Montreal, I was with them, and Mike couldn't make about five shows,' he said. 'And so Brian came out, and he's the lead singer of the band … and it was great.' Even more magic happened behind the scenes, though. 5 'I think this is long overdue,' said John Stamos of inducting Beach Boys' Mike Love into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images 'We were at Four Seasons in Montreal, and one night he says, 'Let's go find a piano,' ' he said. 'And so we couldn't find one, and we broke in the ballroom. There's a piano in there, and he sat for two and a half hours, and he played any song we requested.' In fact, Stamos marveled, 'He starts writing a song!' Advertisement While noting that Wilson — who had a history of mental health and substance abuse problems — was 'complicated, obviously' — Stamos shared that he also had 'a wry sense of humor.' 5 Beach Boys Carl Wilson (left), Bruce Johnston and Brian Wilson appeared with John Stamos on 'Full House' in 1988. Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images Reflecting on inducting Love — who co-wrote Beach Boys classics such as 'I Get Around,' 'California Girls' and 'Good Vibrations' with Wilson — into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, Stamos said, 'You know, if you would have told me I'd be here tonight … I don't know what I did right in some past life or something.' He continued, 'I've had a lot of honors in my life, a lot of good things, but this is maybe the greatest honor of my life, to be able to give this to him tonight. I think this is long overdue, Mike getting into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. ' Advertisement And for Stamos, the Beach Boys' music is more necessary than ever six decades — and sixtysomething summers — later. 'Decency is at an all time low, and discord at an all time high,' he said, 'and we've never needed the Beach Boys music more.'
Yahoo
18 hours ago
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Brian Wilson's Heartbreaking Tribute to Wife Melinda When She Died First
Before Beach Boy frontman Brian Wilson died at the age of 82, he weathered the death of his wife, Melinda. When she died, Wilson penned a loving tribute to her. In that tribute, he underscored her importance to him and their kids. "My heart is broken. Melinda, my beloved wife of 28 years, passed away this morning. Our five children and I are just in tears. We are lost. Melinda was more than my wife. She was my savior," Brian Wilson wrote on Instagram in January 2024. She was 77. "She gave me the emotional security I needed to have a career. She encouraged me to make the music that was closest to my heart," the post added. "She was my anchor. She was everything for us. Please say a prayer for her. Love and Mercy Brian." Now, Brian Wilson's kids are similarly mourning his death with a heartfelt post on his Instagram page. "We are heartbroken to announce that our beloved father, Brian Wilson, has passed away. We are at a loss for words right now," the June 11 post reads. "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." The post about Melinda's death also contained a message from the couple's kids. According to People, Brian Wilson had seven kids. His most famous children, Wendy and Carnie Wilson, were his daughters with his first wife, Marilyn Wilson. They broke up in 1969, and he married Melinda Ledbetter in 1995, and would adopt five kids with her, People reported. They are Dakota Rose, Daria Rose, Delanie Rose, Dylan and Dash. "It is with a heavy heart that we let everyone know that our mom, Melinda Kay Ledbetter Wilson passed away peacefully this morning at home. She was a force of nature and one of the strongest women you could come by," the kids' post read. "She was not only a model, our father's savior, and a mother, she was a woman empowered by her spirit with a mission to better everyone she touched. We will miss her but cherish everything she has taught us," the post continued. "How to take care of the person next to you with out expecting anything in return, how to find beauty in the darkest of places, and how to live life as your truest self with honesty and pride. We love you mom. Give Grandma Rose and Pa our love," it says. Wilson's Instagram page posted a series of wedding and other photos showing Brian and Melinda. "Thirty years ago today in 1995, Brian and Melinda were married! Said Brian: 'Melinda and I got married at a chapel in Palos Verdes. There were about one hundred fifty people at the wedding,'" the post reads. "There were only supposed to be about a hundred, but people kept coming, which was a little surprising for a Monday night in February. My brother Carl was my best man. Afterward, we went to the Hotel Bel-Air for music and food and danced and had a good time," it Wilson's Heartbreaking Tribute to Wife Melinda When She Died First first appeared on Men's Journal on Jun 11, 2025
Yahoo
a day ago
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Paul McCartney, Mike Love, Carnie Wilson, Elton John react to the death of Brian Wilson
Notable reaction to the death of the Beach Boys' Brian Wilson at age 82. ___ 'I have no words to express the sadness I feel right now. My Father @brianwilsonlive was every fiber of my body. He will be remembered by millions and millions until the world ends. I am lucky to have been his daughter and had a soul connection with him that will live on always. 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. 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.' — Wilson's daughter, Carnie Wilson, on Instagram. ___ 'Our journey together was filled with moments of brilliance, heartbreak, laughter, complexity and most of all, LOVE . Like all families, we had our ups and downs. But through it all, we never stopped loving each other, and I never stopped being in awe of what he could do when he sat at a piano or his spontaneity in the studio.' — Mike Love, Beach Boy and Wilson cousin, on Instagram. ___ 'Brian had that mysterious sense of musical genius that made his songs so achingly special. The notes he heard in his head and passed to us were simple and brilliant at the same time. I loved him, and was privileged to be around his bright shining light for a little while. How we will continue without Brian Wilson, 'God Only Knows.' Thank you, Brian. - Paul." — Paul McCartney, on Instagram. ___ "Heard the sad news about Brian today and thought about all the years I've been listening to him and admiring his genius. Rest in peace dear Brian." — Bob Dylan, on X. ___ "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. I think the most comforting thought right now is that you are reunited with Carl and Dennis, singing those beautiful harmonies again." — Beach Boys founding member Al Jardine, in a statement. ___ "Brian Wilson was always so kind to me from the day I met him. He sang 'Someone Saved My Life Tonight' at a tribute concert in 2003, and it was an extraordinary moment for me. I played on his solo records, he sang on my album, The Union, and even performed for my AIDS Foundation. I grew to love him as a person, and for me, he was the biggest influence on my songwriting ever; he was a musical genius and revolutionary. He changed the goalposts when it came to writing songs and shaped music forever. A true giant." — Elton John, on Instagram. ___ 'Brian Wilson was my friend and my brother in songwriting. We shared a similar sensibility, as evidenced by his 4 over 5 chord under 'Aaaah!' in 'Good Vibrations' and mine under 'I'm Into Something Good.' We once discussed who used it first, and in the end we decided it didn't matter. The world will miss Brian, but we are so lucky to have his music.' — Carole King, on Facebook. ___ 'Not only did his songs capture the spirit of youth, joy and longing in ways that still inspire millions of fans around the world, his innovative work in the studio transformed the way musicians record even to this day. Brian made an indelible mark, and our thoughts are with his family in this time of loss.' — Sir Lucian Grainge, chairman and CEO of Universal Music Group, in a statement. ___ "I think 'God Only Knows' that song is like one of the best written songs ever and thank you, Brian, for that. May you rest in peace, we're going to miss you.' — Metallica frontman James Hetfield, in an interview with The Associated Press. ___ 'I know Orbison is the king of emo, but man if there was a human being who made art out of inexpressible sadness …. damn it was Brian Wilson.' — Questlove, on Instagram. ___ 'The maestro has passed — the man was an open heart with two legs — with an ear that heard the angels. Quite literally. Love and Mercy for you and yours tonight. RIP Brian.' — John Cusack, who played Wilson in the 2014 biopic 'Love & Mercy,' on X. ___ 'Rest in Peace!' — Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards, on Instagram. ___ 'Oh no Brian Wilson and Sly Stone in one week - my world is in mourning. so sad.' — Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood, on X. ___ 'Anyone with a musical bone in their body must be grateful for Brian Wilson's genius magical touch !! And greatly saddened of this major worldly loss!! My thoughts go out to his family and friends.' — Fleetwood Mac drummer Mick Fleetwood, on X. ___ 'First Sly, now Brian … this is really just …' — Maggie Rogers wrote on her Instagram Story, adding a heartbreak emoji. ___ 'God bless Brian, peace and love to all the family, peace and love Ringo and Barbara.' — Ringo Starr, on X. ___ 'Anyone who really knows me knows how heart broken I am about Brian Wilson passing. Not many people influenced me as much as he did. I feel very lucky that I was able to meet him and spend some time with him. He was always very kind and generous. He was our American Mozart. A one of a kind genius from another world.' — Sean Ono Lennon, on X. ___ 'SO very sad to hear that our dear friend, inspiration and mentor for decades has passed away. Rest In Peace BRIAN love, Dewey & Gerry' — Dewey Bunnell and Gerry Beckley, the only remaining founding members of the band America, on Instagram. ___ 'His cherished music will live forever as he travels through the Universe and beyond. God bless you, sweet Brian. One of the biggest thrills of my life was singing 'California Girls' with Brian.' — Nancy Sinatra, on Instagram. ___ 'To me, Brian Wilson was not merely about surf music, rather a true musical genius toiling away at melding POP into startling sophistication. He will he be missed mightily. xx jc' — John Cale, Velvet Underground musician and producer, on X. ___ 'Brian Wilson was a musical and spiritual giant. His melodies shaped generations, & his soul resonated in every note. I was fortunate to know him; we all were blessed by his genius. Rest peacefully, Brian.' — Micky Dolenz of The Monkees, on X. ___ 'We lost one of the greatest composers and messengers who took jazz harmony, put it to a Chuck Berry beat and made a new genre of music. Some of the best singles in the world. Dennis, Carl and Brian are all together now. Other worlds to sing in.' — Randy Bachman, co-founder of Bachman-Turner Overdrive, on X. ___ 'Sadly, Brian Wilson has passed away. Songwriter, visionary. Thank you for a lifetime of wonderful melodies that spanned decades. I'm going to spend the day listening to the Beach Boys and reminiscing.' — Gene Simmons, Kiss co-founder, on X. ___ 'Brian Wilson Has Died. 'Genius' is a term used too often and too loosely. 'Tortured Genius' even more so. Brian's astonishing output of musical brilliance will bring joy while it influences generations to come. Thank you Brian and Rest In Peace.' — Paul Stanley, Kiss co-founder, on X. ___ "His falsetto voice And iconic vocal blend were the sound of our generation One of the Greatest Songwriters of our time 'God Only Knows' is a classic that has influenced us all! Surfing, cars and chicks! Thanks for the music, Brian !" — David Paich, top session keyboardist and founding member of Toto, on Instagram. ___ 'Words can't express what Brian Wilson meant to me as a songwriter. I was so fortunate to call him a friend. He was a genuine hero who taught me everything I know about music. Rest in peace, my friend.' — Christopher Cross, on X. The Associated Press
CNN
a day ago
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- CNN
Paul McCartney and other stars pay tribute to Brian Wilson
'God Only Knows' how respected Brian Wilson was for his talent. The Beach Boy, whose death at the age of 82 was announced Wednesday, drew online tributes. Paul McCartney shared a series of photos of Wilson, at least one of which was taken by McCartney's late wife Linda McCartney, writing, 'Brian had that mysterious sense of musical genius that made his songs so achingly special.' 'The notes he heard in his head and passed to us were simple and brilliant at the same time. I loved him, and was privileged to be around his bright shining light for a little while,' the caption read. 'How we will continue without Brian Wilson, 'God Only Knows'. Thank you, Brian. - Paul.' Another legendary musician, Bob Dylan, posted about Wilson on X. 'Heard the sad news about Brian today and thought about all the years I've been listening to him and admiring his genius,' Dylan wrote. 'Rest in peace dear Brian.' Singer Elton John posted a photo of him and Wilson, writing, 'Brian Wilson was always so kind to me from the day I met him. He sang 'Someone Saved My Life Tonight' at a tribute concert in 2003, and it was an extraordinary moment for me.' 'I played on his solo records, he sang on my album, The Union, and even performed for my AIDS Foundation,' he wrote. 'I grew to love him as a person, and for me, he was the biggest influence on my songwriting ever; he was a musical genius and revolutionary. He changed the goalposts when it came to writing songs and shaped music forever. A true giant.' The Beach Boys also paid him tribute in a post. '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. Brian Wilson wasn't just the heart of The Beach Boys—he was the soul of our sound,' the caption read. '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. We are heartbroken by his passing.'
CNN
a day ago
- Entertainment
- CNN
Paul McCartney and other stars pay tribute to Brian Wilson
'God Only Knows' how respected Brian Wilson was for his talent. The Beach Boy, whose death at the age of 82 was announced Wednesday, drew online tributes. Paul McCartney shared a series of photos of Wilson, at least one of which was taken by McCartney's late wife Linda McCartney, writing, 'Brian had that mysterious sense of musical genius that made his songs so achingly special.' 'The notes he heard in his head and passed to us were simple and brilliant at the same time. I loved him, and was privileged to be around his bright shining light for a little while,' the caption read. 'How we will continue without Brian Wilson, 'God Only Knows'. Thank you, Brian. - Paul.' Another legendary musician, Bob Dylan, posted about Wilson on X. 'Heard the sad news about Brian today and thought about all the years I've been listening to him and admiring his genius,' Dylan wrote. 'Rest in peace dear Brian.' Singer Elton John posted a photo of him and Wilson, writing, 'Brian Wilson was always so kind to me from the day I met him. He sang 'Someone Saved My Life Tonight' at a tribute concert in 2003, and it was an extraordinary moment for me.' 'I played on his solo records, he sang on my album, The Union, and even performed for my AIDS Foundation,' he wrote. 'I grew to love him as a person, and for me, he was the biggest influence on my songwriting ever; he was a musical genius and revolutionary. He changed the goalposts when it came to writing songs and shaped music forever. A true giant.' The Beach Boys also paid him tribute in a post. '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. Brian Wilson wasn't just the heart of The Beach Boys—he was the soul of our sound,' the caption read. '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. We are heartbroken by his passing.'
