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Frank Beard, Beardless Drummer for ZZ Top, Dies at 77

Frank Beard, Beardless Drummer for ZZ Top, Dies at 77
New York Times Tuesday 18 August 2026, 20:32 UTC By Ishani Desai 1 min read
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Frank Beard performing with ZZ Top in Salina, Kan., in August 2025.

Frank Beard performing with ZZ Top in Salina, Kan., in August 2025.
Frank Beard (PERSON) Salina (LOCATION) Kan. (LOCATION)
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