Brian Wilson’s family requests guardianship after diagnosis of dementia

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Brian Wilson was diagnosed with dementia. Following the health report, the family of the founding musician of The Beach Boys has requested legal guardianship to deal with his illness.

Last Wednesday it was announced that the mental health of the musician and composer Brian Wilson It is constantly deteriorating. Known for his legendary presence in the American band The Beach Boys since its founding in 1961, Wilson was previously in the care of his wife, Melinda Leadbetter, until his death last month. After the news, the family Brian Wilson has requested legal guardianship of the artist before a court in Los Angeles.

According to official documents obtained by media such as Rolling Stonethe request of the relatives of Brian Wilson declares that the musician is “incapable of properly meeting his own personal needs…”. The request states that the manager and publicist, Jean Siversis responsible for guaranteeing the personal well-being and health of Wilson With LeeAnn Hardwho also managed the businesses of the frontman of The Beach Boys for many years. This co-guardianship was a joint decision between the Brian Wilson and his seven children and does not include the administration of the artist’s financial assets.

Despite the sad news, the decision to request this guardianship takes into account the greatest benefit for the state of health of Brian Wilson. The artist’s family has confirmed that the musician will have “…the ability to enjoy the company of friends and family as well as continue working on his current projects and participate in the activities he prefers.”

A hearing is scheduled to formalize the guardianship over the personality of Brian Wilson next April 26. You can read the statement that the family of Wilson made through their official social networks.

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