🔥 Trending Who is Frank Beard (drummer)?

Frank Beard is widely recognized as the drummer for the iconic American rock band ZZ Top ²⁵. Born Frank Lee Beard on June 11, 1949, in Frankston, Texas, he began his musical journey with various bands before joining ZZ Top ²⁵. His drumming style has been a cornerstone of the band's signature blues-rock and hard rock sound ⁴.

Beard's career with ZZ Top spans decades, contributing to their numerous hit songs and albums. He was also previously associated with bands such as The Cellar Dwellers, The Hustlers, The Warlocks, and The American Blues ⁵.

As of August 2026, Frank Beard has recently passed away at the age of 77 ¹⁴⁷. He died on August 17, 2026, in Richmond, Texas, where he had been in hospice care surrounded by family ⁷. His cause of death was not specified ⁷. His passing marks the end of an era for ZZ Top and the rock music community ⁷.