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Frank Beard, ZZ Top drummer, dies at age 77

Summary by The Austin Editorial Desk · As published by CBS News · August 18, 2026 · 1 min read

Frank Beard, the drummer for ZZ Top, has passed away at the age of 77. He was a member of the band ZZ Top. Further information about his death is available from CBS News. Details about his life and career may also be found through the same source, which reported his passing at 77 years old.

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