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Green Day’s Armstrong and Sting Lead Latest Tributes to Beach Boys Icon Brian Wilson

Musicians worldwide have continued to honor his songwriting genius with new performances that underscore his enduring influence.

Several celebrities have taken to social media to share tributes to the late Brian Wilson, who died Wednesday, June 11. 
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Mike Love of the Beach Boys accepts an award during the 54th annual Songwriters Hall of Fame induction and awards gala on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York. 
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Overview

  • Wilson’s family announced his passing on June 11 at age 82 after he had been battling dementia since early 2024.
  • On June 12, Billie Joe Armstrong shared an unreleased punk-tinged cover of “I Get Around” on Instagram to salute the Beach Boys classic.
  • During a June 12 concert in Rostock, Germany, Sting paid homage by performing a live rendition of “God Only Knows,” a song he previously performed with Wilson.
  • Veteran artists including Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney and Bob Dylan released statements praising Wilson’s groundbreaking harmonies and songwriting.
  • In their statement, Wilson’s family asked for privacy as they grieve the loss of the Beach Boys icon.