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ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard dies at 77 after health issues, band cancels upcoming shows

Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · As published by Los Angeles Times · August 18, 2026 · 1 min read

Frank Beard, the drummer for ZZ Top, has died at the age of 77 due to health issues. As a result of his passing, the band has canceled their upcoming shows.

Further details about Frank Beard's death and the band's canceled shows are available from the Los Angeles Times.

The news of Frank Beard's death has been reported, but additional information about his health issues and the circumstances surrounding his passing is not provided here.

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Category: News · Published: August 18, 2026 · Source: Los Angeles Times · Reading time: 1 min

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ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard dies at 77 after health issues, band cancels upcoming shows

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