Beach Boys Member Quits After 61 Years

Bruce Johnston, a member of The Beach Boys for over sixty years, has announced his departure from the group. Johnston, who is 83 years old, joined the group in 1965, originally filling in for Glen Campbell, who, in turn, acted as a replacement for the songwriter and co-founder Brian Wilson, who quit touring due to mental health struggles associated with the constant traveling.

In a statement shared with Rolling Stone on Thursday, Johnston revealed he is stepping away from the group — but has no plans to retire.