Carnie Wilson Shares Heartbreaking Tribute To Dad Brian Wilson After His Death At 82

Beach Boys founding member Brian Wilson died on Wednesday at the age of 82. Tributes from friends, fellow musicians, and fans referred to him as a musical genius for his songwriting, musical composition style and innovative recording techniques.

He's also patriarch to a musical dynasty, with his daughters, Carnie and Wendy, and granddaughter, Lola, following in his footsteps. Carnie and Wendy Wilson formed Wilson Phillips with their childhood friend Chynna Phillips—whose own parents are Michelle and John Phillips of '60s super group The Mamas And The Papas.

On Thursday, Carnie Wilson posted a photo of herself, her sister Wendy, and their father Brian with a tribute to her dad.

She wrote:

"I have no words to express the sadness I feel right now. My Father [Brian Wilson] was every fiber of my body."

"He will be remembered by millions and millions until the world ends. I am lucky to have been his daughter and had a soul connection with him that will live on always.

"I've never felt this kind of pain before, but I know he's resting up there in heaven ... or maybe playing the piano for Grandma Audree his Mom. I will post something else soon but this is all my hands will let me type."

"I love you Daddy....I miss you so much already."

Chynna Phillips responded:

"He was one of the greats to millions, but to you he was dad. I love you Carnie."

Chynna's husband of 30 years, actor Billy Baldwin, also shared a message of support.

As did many other famous friends and fans, like Heart co-founder and guitarist Nancy Wilson (no relation).

Carnie later added a second post, a poem shared by the Instagram account @allontheboard, captioned:

"This is so beautiful. I've been seeing and reading all your posts about my Father. Today it really sank in. My Daddy is not on this earth anymore and it rips through my soul."

"I've always known how spiritual he was—he's always talked about divinity. I feel as though he was put on this earth to show us love. To show us that we are all one and can live in harmony. His pureness, honesty, humor, talent, curious nature made him that special person."

"If there is a music God—he had a big strong line to that force. I just cannot believe the outpouring of love from around the world. My family is totally blown away ( another expression he loved) and I know I just know he's sees it. If anyone would be able to look down and see all this happening for him—it's my Daddy."

"I'm praying he visits me in my dreams so I can feel his presence close to me. In the meantime... keep it all coming because it's helping me heal."

Singer Lola Bonfiglio—Carnie Wilson's eldest daughter with her husband of over 25 years, musician and producer Rob Bonfiglio—posted her own heartfelt tribute to her grandfather. It included a photo of her with Brian Wilson at the piano when she was an infant.

She wrote:

"i love you grandpa. your music has changed the world. you have left an invaluable mark on me and so many others and i am blessed to have had you in my life. i will forever do music in your honor. rest in music paradise"

Brian Wilson was a musician, songwriter, singer, and record producer in addition to cofounding the Beach Boys in 1961 when he was only 19.

The band's original lineup included his brothers, guitarist Carl who was 17 and drummer Dennis who was 14, their 20-year-old cousin Mike Love who was the lead singer, and 19-year-old friend, guitarist Al Jardine. Brian Wilson played keyboard and bass guitar.

The band was credited with popularizing the California Sound that focused on cars, girls, and surfing.

Brian Wilson was preceded in death by his younger brothers.

Dennis Wilson drowned in 1983. After his death, actor, singer, and musician John Stamos frequently appeared in concerts with the Beach Boys as their drummer.

Carl Wilson died of cancer in 1998.

Our thoughts are with the entire Wilson family at this time.