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Yahoo
09-08-2025
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Brian Wilson laid to rest
Brian Wilson has been laid to rest, almost two months after his death. The Beach Boys singer died on 11 June at the age of 82 and his daughter Carnie Wilson has revealed she and her family attended a funeral service for him on Wednesday (06.08.25), which has given her some "closure". Sharing a photo of pink, blue and purple flowers, she wrote on Instagram: "Today we laid my Daddy to rest. It was incredibly difficult to see that happen, but at the same time it gave more closure and more of a feeling of restful peace. "The last eight weeks have been extremely challenging and like nothing I've ever experienced. I love and miss him so much and I wish he could come back." The Wilson Phillips singer believes her dad has sent a number of "signs" since he passed away, which she has taken comfort in. She continued: "There's so many signs that he gives me every day and I know that he's around ...he can hear me and he can see me. He makes that apparent. I'm so grateful for this. "Today we had a couple of monarch butterflies that just would not leave the site. It was comforting and beautiful. "I'm trying to deal with my emotions -they're so up and down. I know that he would want everybody to feel happy and not sad. He didn't like it when I cried." And Carnie, 57, is grateful that her dad can live on and be remembered through his music. She concluded: "I was talking with my dear friend Gunnar Nelson today who lost his Pop Ricky Nelson years ago and he reminded me that the world will have his music to sing to and remember him every single solitary day until we are all gone. "This is a really special and a real heavy duty thought. It's much bigger than I can wrap my head around. "For this I am grateful for though because I know it's the truth. "So I just wanna say thank you... thank you Daddy for your beautiful contribution to so much happiness and real raw emotions that you have brought to people. Thank you to all the beautiful loving and supportive fans out there for honoring him. We share this together. God knows what we'd be without him. Love, Carnie (sic)" It was previously explained that Brian - who had dementia - died of "respiratory arrest", caused by "decreased respiratory effort", which leads to a lack of oxygen. Sepsis and cystitis were also listed as other causes of death, according to TMZ, which reports that obstructive sleep apnoea, neurodegenerative disorder, chronic respiratory failure and chronic kidney disease were cited as associated factors.
Yahoo
08-08-2025
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Legendary Brian Wilson Laid to Rest
Legendary Brian Wilson Laid to Rest originally appeared on Parade. , the world-renowned songwriter and founder of the Beach Boys, was laid to rest on August 6. The legendary musician died on June 11, just nine days shy of his 83rd birthday. His eldest child, musician , posted on Instagram that Thursday, August 6, was when the family laid him to rest. Wilson had seven children — Carnie and Wendy (of the group Wilson Phillips) from his marriage to Marilyn Rovell, which ended in 1979; and then five children that he adopted with wife Melinda Kae Ledbetter, to whom Wilson was married until her death in 2024. Wilson's five children from his second marriage include Daria, 29, Delanie, 27, Dylan, 21, Dash, 16, and Dakota Rose, 15. "Today we laid my Daddy to rest. It was incredibly difficult to see that happen, but at the same time, it gave more closure and more of a feeling of restful peace. The last eight weeks have been extremely challenging and like nothing I've ever experienced. I love and miss him so much, and I wish he could come back," wrote Carnie in an emotional Instagram continued, "I'm trying to deal with my emotions — they're so up and down. I know that he would want everybody to feel happy and not sad. … So I just wanna say thank you… thank you, Daddy, for your beautiful contribution to so much happiness and real, raw emotions that you have brought to people. Thank you to all the beautiful, loving and supportive fans out there for honoring him. We share this together. God knows what we'd be without him. Love, Carnie ❤️🎼❤️." In the comments, Carnie's fans are sending her love and support. "Your bond with him will live on forever in the music as well as the entire world who share their appreciation for what he gave in life. Thinking of you every day and wishing healing love," wrote one fan. Another fan wrote, "When news broke, my husband spent an hour trying to figure out how to tell me. He knew it would break me. Your daddy was so loved ❤️." "Brian's music has been the soundtrack to my life. My heart goes out to you and your family ❤️🙏," wrote a third fan. 🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬 How did Brian Wilson die? Wilson's family announced the death in an Instagram post, writing, 'We are heartbroken to announce that our beloved father Brian Wilson has passed away,' writes his family. 'We are at a loss for words right now. 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.' Wilson's official cause of death was respiratory arrest, according to the death certificate obtained by TMZ, though he had been diagnosed with dementia in 2024. The autopsy also listed sepsis and cystitis, and associated factors that included neurodegenerative disorder, obstructive sleep apnea, chronic respiratory failure and chronic kidney disease. Legendary Brian Wilson Laid to Rest first appeared on Parade on Aug 7, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Aug 7, 2025, where it first appeared. Solve the daily Crossword
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15-06-2025
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Last Surviving Monkees Member Mourns 'True Giant' Brian Wilson
Last Surviving Monkees Member Mourns 'True Giant' Brian Wilson originally appeared on Parade. The last surviving member of is mourning the passing of a "true giant" of music, Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys. , the sole surviving member of 1960s group The Monkees, took to Instagram on Wednesday, June 11, to mourn the passing of Wilson. "Hard to put this one into words," writes Dolenz. "Brian Wilson was a true giant — not just of music, but of spirit. His melodies shaped a generation, his harmonies changed the game, and his soul came through in every note." He continues, "We crossed paths many times over the years, and every time I was struck by his quiet genius and kind heart. I was lucky to know him… and all of us were lucky to hear what was in his head. "Rest peacefully, Brian. You gave us so much beauty. #BrianWilson #TheBeachBoys #MickyDolenz #MusicLegend #RestInPeace."Wilson's family announced on Instagram on June 11 that the founding member of the Beach Boys and revered singer/songwriter had died at the age of 82. "We are heartbroken to announce that our beloved father Brian Wilson has passed away," writes his family. "We are at a loss for words right now. 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." Wilson's children include Carnie and Wendy Wilson of the group Wilson Phillips, from his marriage to Marilyn Rovell, whom he divorced in second marriage was to Melinda Kae Ledbetter from 1995 until her death in 2024. They adopted five children — Daria, 29, Delanie, 27, Dylan, 21, Dash, 16, and Dakota Rose, 15. Dolenz is the last surviving member of The Monkees, he turned 80 years old in March. Lead singer Davy Jones died in 2012, and bassist Peter Tork died in 2019. In 2021, drummer Dolenz and guitarist Michael Nesmith went on a farewell tour, and Nesmith sadly passed away from heart failure just weeks after the tour ended. 🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬 Last Surviving Monkees Member Mourns 'True Giant' Brian Wilson first appeared on Parade on Jun 11, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 11, 2025, where it first appeared.
Daily Mail
14-06-2025
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Carnie Wilson breaks silence on dad Brian Wilson's death after his devastating health battle
Brian Wilson's daughter Carnie Wilson is speaking out following the death of the music star at 82 after a battle with dementia. 'I have no words to express the sadness I feel right now,' Carnie, 57, told 204,000 followers on Instagram Wednesday evening. 'My Father 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.' The Wilson Phillips singer added, '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.' The Hold On songstress wrapped up in saying, '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.' Carnie, a member of the musical trio with sister Wendy Wilson, 55, and Chynna Phillips Baldwin, said a year ago her dad had been 'well taken care of' as he reflected on his incredible life and career in music. Carnie spoke with People in April 2024 about how her father was doing in his dementia battle, in addition to the conservatorship he was placed in, months after the January 2024 death of his spouse Melinda Ledbetter at 77. 'He's living in so much gratitude right now that he got to tour all these years,' Carnie said. 'We are a very big part of his life, helping monitor his health, helping them make sure that every day, he's cared for.' Carnie spoke out as Beach Boys co-founder Al Jardine paid memorial to his late friend and colleague. '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,' Jardine said in a statement. Wilson's passing came after a tragic health battle that saw the musical icon behind hits such as California Girls, Good Vibrations and Wouldn't It Be Nice living with dementia. Jardine referenced Wilson's late brothers and Beach Boys bandmates Carl and Dennis, who died respectively in 1998 and 1983. 'I think the most comforting thought right now is that you are reunited with Carl and Dennis, singing those beautiful harmonies again,' Jardine said. Jardine wrapped up with warm words for the iconic singer-songwriter, saying, 'You were a humble giant who always made me laugh and we will celebrate your music forever.' Jardine referenced the group's 1964 track The Warmth Of The Sun, saying, 'Brian, I'll really miss you…still I have the warmth of the sun within me tonight.' Wilson and Jardine initially crossed paths playing high school football with one another at Hawthorne High School in Hawthorne, California. Jardine played the position of fullback, while Brian – in a possible harbinger to his future leadership in The Beach Boys – was a quarterback. Brian also played baseball and was a cross-country runner during his time in high school, according to his website. They continued their friendship as classmates at El Camino College in Torrance, California. It was there they started exploring their musical aspirations, as Jardine was into folk music, Wilson believed rock 'n' roll was the wave of the future. Wilson eventually asked Jardine to come into the group in the early 60s, and the pals would be seen more than 50 years later continuing to hang out and perform. Jardine was comforted by a number of his followers amid the sad life event. One wrote to the musician: 'You're a beautiful human being Mr Jardine, I'm sorry for your great loss.' Another added, 'Truly sorry for your loss, Al, I can't even imagine how it feels. We will love and cherish Brian's music forever. Said one user: 'I'm so sorry for your loss Al ... Brian was the greatest gift from god. He will be sorely missed.' One user advise the grieving Jardine, 'Listen for the harmonies in the breezes tonight,' adding, 'We love you Al.' Said one user: 'Deepest condolences to you, Al and rest in eternal peace to all the Wilson brothers. Goodbyes are so difficult. At least they are together again.'
Daily Mail
12-06-2025
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- Daily Mail
How Brian Wilson reconciled with estranged daughters and they carried on his musical legacy in pop group
Brian Wilson's complicated relationship with his daughters Carnie and Wendy Wilson has come into renewed focus following his death on Wednesday at age 82, after a long battle with dementia. The Beach Boys legend eventually rebuilt a close bond with his two eldest children after years of painful estrangement. Wilson struggled for decades with mental health issues and substance abuse, which led to fractured family bonds and limited contact with Carnie and Wendy. Carnie, now 57, and Wendy, 55, were born to Brian and his first wife, singer Marilyn Wilson of The Honeys. Their 1979 divorce came after years of turmoil, and Brian later remarried in 1995, tying the knot with Melinda Ledbetter, with whom he adopted five children: Dakota Rose, Daria Rose, Delanie Rose, Dylan and Dash. While his younger children have largely stayed out of the spotlight, Carnie and Wendy stepped directly into it—forming the hit-making pop trio Wilson Phillips in 1989 alongside Chynna Phillips, daughter of The Mamas & The Papas' John and Michelle Phillips. The group quickly shot to fame with early '90s smashes like Hold On, Release Me, and You're in Love. But behind the scenes, their relationship with their father remained strained. 'It was chaotic,' Carnie and Wendy recalled of their childhood during a 2020 appearance on The Kelly Clarkson Show, adding that Brian's presence was often fleeting. Carnie has spoken openly about the pain of growing up without a consistent father figure. 'We can't call him up and we can't see him,' Carnie told the Los Angeles Times in 1992 of Brian, with whom she hadn't spoken in two years at the time. 'I guess we could, but we're so afraid of each other. I don't know what I would say to him.' That same year, she and Wendy wrote the deeply personal track Flesh and Blood as a musical olive branch to their father. The song was featured on Wilson Phillips' second studio album, Shadows and Light. Flesh and Blood marked a rare departure for Wilson Phillips—a group that had largely steered clear of addressing their famous family ties in their music. Until then, all three members had been careful not to lean on their musical legacies. 'We didn't want to play on (our family connections) before,' Carnie told the Los Angeles Times. 'We didn't want people to think that they were (the reasons for) our success. Because they weren't.' But Flesh and Blood proved the exception. The emotional ballad was a lyrical plea to Brian after years of estrangement. 'If you never plan to come out of your shell / You're never gonna get well . . . / For years I've been following your case / It's the only time I see your face,' the sisters sang. Carnie told the Times she hoped the song would spark a long-overdue family reunion—but she wasn't sure how he'd take it. 'He's either going to cry real hard, or else just stare at something and get (mad),' she said at the time. Two years later, the breakthrough finally came. In 1994, Brian reunited with his daughters after years of limited contact, save for the occasional holiday dinner. The reconciliation marked a turning point. The trio began making music together, and Carnie expressed hope that the collaboration would grow. 'Wendy and I are doing demo tapes for our debut album as a duo, and I hope Daddy will provide background harmonies,' Carnie told People at the time. 'I know that one day we'll all work together.' Later in life, Brian became one of Wilson Phillips' biggest cheerleaders—a full-circle moment after years of distance and emotional struggle. 'He also loves Wilson Phillips. He really does,' Carnie told UsWeekly in 2024. 'He's always asking me, 'How's Wilson Phillips?' I go, 'We're great, Dad.' He's funny. He's very proud.' After decades of estrangement, the family found joy in reconnecting—not just as relatives, but through being artists. Carnie said they now cherish their time together, often celebrating Brian's legacy in song, even after he had been diagnosed with a neurocognitive disorder similar to dementia. 'We love to sing 'Surfer Girl' and 'In My Room.' Sometimes a little 'California Girls,' [which is] his favorite, and sometimes we do 'Be My Baby,' his favorite song ever by The Ronettes,' she shared to the outlet. 'I like to sing his songs to him. I think they mean a lot to him.' In the end, Brian Wilson's impact stretched far beyond his pioneering work with the Beach Boys. His daughters didn't just inherit his musical talent—they used it to reconnect and move forward from a difficult past. 'I think it's kind of unavoidable. Music is in our blood,' Carnie told the outlet.
