The Beach Boys leader was one of pop music’s most acclaimed visionaries, whose creative success was tempered by personal battles.

Brian Wilson and his family were open about his health, from his needing a conservatorship for his dementia to his battle with substance use.

Reflecting on Brian Wilson’s life, especially in light of his recent passing, brings into sharp focus the complex genius behind so much timeless music. He

For the last quarter-century, no one shared more musical moments with Brian Wilson than Darian Sahanaja, who was part of the Beach Boys architect’s solo band from his return to live shows in 1999 through his final tour dates in 2022.

The late Brian Wilson, who has died aged 82, once had his songs, which included modern-day classics such as ‘God Only Knows’ and ‘Good Vibrations’, described as ‘pocket symphonies to God’.

'American Idol' Alum Lola Bonfiglio on the 'Invaluable Mark' Left by Her Grandfather 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.