Frank Beard, ZZ Top drummer, dies at 77 after hospice care; band cancels shows
Frank Beard, who spent more than five decades as ZZ Top's drummer, died on Monday, August 17, at his ranch in Richmond, Texas. He was 77. According to the band's publicist, Beard died under hospice care, surrounded by family. His death was confirmed by the Fort Bend County Medical Examiner, though no official cause has been disclosed. Health concerns preceded his death Beard's health had been…
Frank Beard, the longtime drummer for ZZ Top, passed away on August 17 at the age of 77, surrounded by family while receiving hospice care. The band's publicist confirmed his death, though an official cause of death has not been disclosed. Health issues had been affecting Beard in recent months, prompting ZZ Top to cancel a performance at the Hollywood Bowl on August 5 and have him skip parts of the band's 2025 Elevation tour due to a foot and ankle problem.
During this time, the band toured with a substitute drummer. On August 18, ZZ Top announced Beard's death and immediately canceled two upcoming shows in Salt Lake City and Colorado Springs, resuming their tour with a performance at Austin City Limits, a venue Beard held dear and considered a second home.
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