ZZ Top Drummer Frank Beard Passes Away at 77
By Editor • August 18, 2026 • 1 min read
Frank Beard, the legendary drummer of ZZ Top, has passed away at the age of 77, as announced by the band on August 18. The news was shared on Instagram, revealing that Beard had been a vital part of the group for over 50 years.
Billy Gibbons, the band's frontman, expressed his sorrow, saying, "Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator." ZZ Top has canceled their upcoming shows in Salt Lake City and Colorado Springs but plans to continue their tour in October at Austin City Limits, a venue cherished by Beard.
Source: pitchfork.com
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