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Brian Wilson's friends and fellow celebrities, including Nancy Sinatra, are remembering the music icon in social media posts.

Elton John hails Brian Wilson as the 'biggest influence on my songwriting ever' as tributes to Beach Boys genius pour in - Posting on Instagram, Sir Elton said Wilson was ‘always so kind to me’ and ‘t

Brian Wilson, the musical mastermind behind the Beach Boys, died at the age of 82, his family announced Wednesday. Earlier this week came news of the passing of Sly Stone, 82, whose startling ...

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John Stamos, Nancy Sinatra and John Cusack were among the celebrities paying tribute to musician Brian Wilson after his death was announced Wednesday. Wilson's family announced the Beach Boys founder had died in an Instagram post on his account.

RIP Brian Wilson, 82. Co-creator of the Beach Boys, and the man who wrote one of the greatest pop songs in history, God Only Knows, when he was just 23. A complex man but a musical genius and showbusiness icon. What a legacy he leaves. pic.twitter.com/MaenGYpuUv

Brian Wilson's death has left stars like Ronnie Wood and Mark McGrath mourning the Beach Boys legend and sharing heartfelt tributes