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Frank Beard, born on June 11, 1949 in Frankston, Texas, United States, was a composer. Death is recorded on August 17, 2026, at the age of 77. Frank Beard studied at Irving High School.
My Take
Frank Beard always makes me smile for the sheer irony of being the one clean-shaven member of ZZ Top, the band defined by beards. Beyond the joke, though, he is the steady engine behind that unmistakable Texas boogie. Drummers like him rarely get the spotlight, yet they are the load-bearing wall of any great band, and his half-century of locking in behind those guitars is a masterclass in consistency and loyalty. I have huge respect for musicians who serve the groove rather than chase the solo. Beard is dusty, dependable, and exactly the kind of backbone every legendary band needs.
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1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Frank Beard
- Name (Japanese)
- フランク・ベアード
- Reading
- ふらんく・べあーど
- Born
- June 11, 1949 – August 17, 2026
- Origin
- Frankston, Texas, United States
- Occupation
- composer
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Gemini / Ox
2. Background
- High school
- Irving High School
3. Links
- Wikipedia (English)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank%20Beard%20(musician)
- Wikidatahttps://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q716243
4. About this entry
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Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Frank Beard born?
Frank Beard was born on June 11, 1949.
When did Frank Beard die?
Frank Beard died on August 17, 2026, aged 77.
Where was Frank Beard from?
Frank Beard was from Frankston, Texas, United States.
What did Frank Beard do?
Frank Beard worked as composer.
Which high school did Frank Beard attend?
Frank Beard attended Irving High School.
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