Marilyn Wilson-Rutherford

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Marilyn Wilson-Rutherford born?February 6, 1948
2. Where was Marilyn Wilson-Rutherford born?Los Angeles, California
3. Who is Marilyn Wilson‑Rutherford?Marilyn Wilson‑Rutherford is a singer who sang with The Honeys and later with American Spring. She married Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys and is the mother of Carnie and Wendy Wilson.
4. How did Marilyn become part of The Honeys?Marilyn started singing with her sisters in the Rovell Sisters. After meeting producer Gary Usher, Brian Wilson rebranded them as The Honeys and produced their music.

The Honeys: A 1960s girl group formed and produced by Brian Wilson, featuring Marilyn Rovell and her sisters.