John Stamos is mourning the loss of a lifelong friend and musical inspiration, Beach Boys co-founder Brian Wilson, who passed away at 82 on June 11. This news came as a shock to fans of American pop and John Stamos, who had been a friend of Wilson for a long time. The Full House star could not keep his feelings to himself as he penned an emotional tribute to his late friend.
In a heartfelt post on social media, Stamos honored his friendship with Wilson by sharing memories, photos, and an emotional tribute detailing what the late musician meant to him. Over the decades, the duo had shared more than a stage; they shared a common bond in music and admiration for one another.
Brian Wilson and John Stamos’ relationship
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John Stamos grew up idolizing the Beach Boys, never imagining that he would one day join them on stage. However, their friendship began in the ’80s through guitarist Jeffrey Foskett, and over time, Stamos became an honorary member of the group, playing drums and guitar and singing at various shows.
Meanwhile, the Beach Boys’ music played a role in shaping Stamos’s own identity. He could not describe the days of his youth without songs like “Wouldn’t It Be Nice” and “God Only Knows,” and performing them live alongside Wilson often brought back those memories. Stamos became a close friend to Wilson, who had spent years battling mental health challenges.
Tribute to Brian Wilson
John Stamos often credited Brian Wilson with helping him find emotional depth, both as an artist and as a person. In his tribute, Stamos acknowledged the influence of Wilson on his life. He spoke about how Wilson’s music conveyed emotions that were difficult to put into words and how those melodies inspired him to bring joy and meaning to others through his performances. To Stamos, Wilson’s voice was divine.
Brian Wilson and the band made several appearances on the Full House show, and Stamos’ character, Jesse Katsopolis, even covered “Forever,” a Beach Boys song, in one of the show’s moments. Just a few weeks before Wilson’s passing, John Stamos had appeared with the Beach Boys at the BeachLife Festival in California. He performed “Forever” in front of a crowd.