Brian Wilson and his family were open about his health, from his needing a conservatorship for his dementia to his battle with substance use.

At the time he died, legendary Beach Boy Brian Wilson was dealing with a series of serious health issues. The maestro behind the band's famous "California sound," Wilson passed away at age 82, according to a June 11 post by his family on Instagram.

"This album never got finished and these tracks will live on my drive in obscurity, but they’re really great," Jonathan Wilson wrote.

Lola Bonfiglio, who auditioned for American Idol earlier this year, has paid tribute to her grandfather, Brian Wilson, following his death this week.