Remembering Dennis Wilson on the 40th Anniversary of his death

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Remembering Dennis Wilson, 40 Years Later
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It has been exactly 40 long years since Beach Boys drummer Dennis Wilson died in Marina del Rey on December 28, 1983 at the age of 39. As a number of online tributes attest, he was one of the most acclaimed musicians of his generation.

Today, fans of Dennis Wilson along with the rest of the music world have been remembering the iconic man he was.

Wilson, a cultural icon

Born Dennis Carl Wilson in Hawthorne on December 4, 1944, his career spanned an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Wilson was not just a great musician, he was an icon, an all-around inspiration to everyone.

His legacy continues to grow as new generations of fans are discovering his unique musical heritage.

It's been 40 years since the tragic loss of Dennis Wilson and his personality still resonate strongly within us all. Although Dennis Wilson is no longer physically here, his presence is more powerful than ever. He left a void that has yet to be filled.

In memory of the Late Great Dennis Wilson.

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