Dennis Wilson

American musician

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Dennis Wilson was an American musician, best known as the drummer for the iconic 1960s rock band The Beach Boys. He was also the younger brother of band co-founder Brian Wilson. Dennis Wilson's musical contributions were integral to the band's early sound, which defined the sun-drenched surfing music of Southern California. He tragically drowned in 1983 at the age of 39 while swimming in California.1

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June 11, 2025, Beverly Hills) Dennis Wilson (born December 4, 1944, Inglewood—died December 28, 1983, Marina del Rey, California) Carl Wilson (born December 21, 1946, Los Angeles, California—died February 6, 1998, Los Angeles) Michael Love (born March 15, 1941, Los Angeles) Alan Jardine
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June 11, 2025, Beverly Hills) Dennis Wilson (born December 4, 1944, Inglewood—died December 28, 1983, Marina del Rey, California) Carl Wilson (born December 21, 1946, Los Angeles, California—died February 6, 1998, Los Angeles) Michael Love (born March 15, 1941, Los Angeles) Alan Jardine
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