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Dennis Carl Wilson (December 4, 1944 – December 28, 1983) was an American musician who co-founded the Beach Boys. He is best remembered as their drummer and as the middle brother of bandmates Brian and Carl Wilson.
May 24, 2024 · Beach Boy Dennis Wilson’s death by drowning was a tragic accident. Here, everything to know about the incident that ended the 39-year-old drummer’s life.
Jun 7, 1984 · Three days later, on December 28th, Dennis Carl Wilson was dead, his body pulled out of the cold, murky water of nearby Marina Del Rey. Toxicological tests showed Wilson’s blood alcohol level...
Apr 10, 2023 · Beach Boys drummer Dennis Wilson was only 39 when he died on December 28, 1983, at Marina Del Rey, California.
May 17, 2022 · On December 28, 1983, Wilson was found dead in about 12 feet of water near Marina Del Rey, part of Los Angeles. According to The New York Times the day after his death, Wilson had been on a boat called The Emerald with its owner and two women. They reported that Wilson had jumped into the water at around 4:25 p.m. local time.
Nov 8, 2023 · Dennis Wilson left behind four ex-wives and five children after his death. He was laid to rest at sea by the U.S. Coast Guard in a ceremony usually reserved for Coast Guard and Navy veterans after President Ronald Reagan, an avid fan of the Beach Boys, intervened and gave permission.
Dec 28, 2023 · The favourite son of tyrannical father Murry, no one ever imagined Dennis amounting to much other than drumming and exciting the Beach Boys’ female fans. A rugged surfer dude, he epitomised their image but was never the quickest witted fellow.
