WATCH: Beach Boys Icon Brian Wilson Gave One Last 'Historic' Performance Nearly Three Years Before His Death At 82 Following Dementia Battle
Beach Boys icon Brian Wilson performed last in the summer of 2022.
June 11 2025, Published 2:43 p.m. ET
Beach Boys' icon Brian Wilson had a "historic" final performance nearly three years before his death.
RadarOnline.com can reveal the music legend performed at the Pine Knob Music Theatre in Clarkston, Michigan, and sang a variety of his iconic tracks.
The Final Time
While on stage, he performed the famous hits Surfin’ USA, Help Me Rhonda and California Girls.
Back in 2022, Wilson last sang for an audience in public — amid his battle with a degenerative disorder similar to dementia — as part of his US Summer Tour.
While on stage, he performed the famous hits Surfin’ USA, Help Me Rhonda and California Girls.
Users took to the comments section on YouTube to write: "We saw history that night."
Another fan gushed: "They sound great. Al and Brian together."
Brian's Death
Wilson's family confirmed his death on Instagram.
On June 11, the music legend's family announced the tragic news about his death following his painful health battle.
In a post shared on Instagram on Wednesday, Wilson’s family wrote: "We are heartbroken to announce that our beloved father Brian Wilson has passed away.
"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 was married to his first wife, Marilyn Wilson-Rutherford, from 1964 to 1981, and they welcomed two daughters together – Carnie and Wendy.
He was married to his second wife, Melinda Ledbetter, from 1995 until she died in 2024 and had five adopted children – Dakota Rose, Daria Rose, Delanie Rose, Dylan and Dash.
Wilson became one of the most beloved icons in the music industry due to his role in the Beach Boys – which included co-lead vocalist, bassist, songwriter and producer.
The legendary band released 10 top-10 tracks and seven more top-40 hits – and sold over 100million records worldwide.
Brian's Health Battles
Wilson's family announced his passing on Instagram.
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As RadarOnline.com reported, Wilson was diagnosed with a neurocognitive disorder similar to dementia and then was placed under a conservatorship.
Wilson's family filed to appoint his manager, LeeAnn Hard, as well as Jean Sievers, as his conservators.
In a statement, his family explained their decision to place the music legend under a conservatorship, which said: "This decision was made to ensure that there will be no extreme changes to the household and Brian and the children living at home will be taken care of and remain in the home where they are cared for by Gloria Ramos and the wonderful team at the house who have been in place for many years helping take care of the family.
"Brian will be able to enjoy all of his family and friends and continue to work on current projects as well as participate in any activities he chooses."
Due to his condition, the music legend had 24/7 medical care from a few assistants in his $9million home in Beverly Hills, California.
Following the news of his death, fellow musicians and fans of Wilson posted emotional tributes for the icon on social media.
Brian Wilson has died aged 82.
