The heartbreaking news was revealed in a court filing on Thursday, which said the music icon, 81, was suffering from a “major neurocognitive disorder (such as dementia).”
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Wilson’s family later confirmed that two family representatives – LeeAnn Hard and Jean Sievers – will serve as his co-conservators.
They said the decision was prompted by the death of Wilson’s wife, Melinda Ledbetter, who died at the age of 77 last month.
“Following the passing of Brian’s beloved wife Melinda, after careful consideration and consultation among Brian, his seven children, Gloria Ramos and Brian’s doctors (and consistent with family processes put in place by Brian and Melinda), we are confirming that longtime Wilson family representatives LeeAnn Hard and Jean Sievers will serve as Brian’s co-conservators of the person,” they said in a statement on Instagram.
“This decision was made to ensure that there will be no extreme changes to the household and Brian and the children living at home will be taken care of and remain in the home where they are cared for by Gloria Ramos and the wonderful team at the house who have been in place for many years helping take care of the family.
“Brian will be able to enjoy all of his family and friends and continue to work on current projects as well as participate in any activities he chooses.”
According to court documents obtained by The Blast on Thursday, Wilson is being treated for the disorder.
The agent for his touring company and long time publicist was also reportedly listed on the filing.
Wilson’s diagnosis comes as he prepares to launch new music next year.
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In 1970, he began working on a country album with former Beach Boys manager Fred Vail who was on lead vocals.
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The project was shelved but the two musicians have since returned to it.
It’s release is planned for 2025 and Wilson will be featured on guest vocals, according to Rolling Stone.
When his wife passed in January, the star shared an emotional message about his wife of 28 years with his X, formerly know as Twitter followers.
“My heart is broken. Melinda, my beloved wife of 28 years, passed away this morning,” he began.
“Our five children and I are just in tears. We are lost. Melinda was more than my wife. She was my savior. She gave me the emotional security I needed to have a career.
“She encouraged me to make the music that was closest to my heart. She was my anchor. She was everything for us. She was a force of nature and one of the strongest women you could come by.
“She was not only a model, our father’s savior, and a mother, she was a woman empowered by her spirit with a mission to better everyone she touched. We will miss her but cherish everything she has taught us.”
“How to take care of the person next to you without expecting anything in return, how to find beauty in the darkest of places, and how to live life as your truest self with honesty and pride. We love you mom. Give Grandma Rose and Pa our love,” he concluded his thread.
What are the signs and symptoms of dementia?
Different types of dementia affect people in various ways, and not everyone will experience the same signs.
However early signs before a diagnosis can include:
- Memory loss
- Difficulty concentrating
- Finding it hard to carry out familiar daily tasks, such as getting confused over the correct change when shopping
- Struggling to follow a conversation or find the right word
- Being confused about time and place
- Mood changes
Source: The NHS
