BRIAN Wilson’s tragic health battle left the Beach Boys icon “unable to feed or clothe himself.”
It was revealed in early 2024 that he had been living with a degenerative disorder similar to dementia.
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The celebrated songwriter was responsible for Beach Boys hits including Surfin’ USA, Surfer Girl, and I Get Around.
Last year, the musician’s family sought to place him under a conservatorship after it was deemed he was “unable to properly provide for his own personal needs for physical health.”
A petition to oversee Wilson’s affairs was filed in January after the death of his wife, Melinda Ledbetter Wilson.
Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Gus T. May said there was “clear and convincing evidence that a conservatorship of the person is necessary,” reported Variety.
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Wilson’s doctor said the musician suffered from a “major neurocognitive disorder” and needed help making healthcare decisions.
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The judge also agreed to a stipulation requested by an attorney for Wilson’s eldest daughters, Carnie and Wendy Wilson.
Wilson’s daughters asked that all of his children be added to a text chain from his nurses to receive updates on their father if they choose.
The addition was added to the petition before it was signed by Judge May.
Carnie and Wendy requested a stay on the decision but when the stipulation was granted, they didn’t ask for any further delay.
In his decision, May wrote that “the conservatee lacks the capacity to make his own healthcare decisions.”
His new conservators, manager-publicist Jean Sievers and business manager LeeAnn Hard, were ordered to “consult with the conservatee’s children regarding all material related healthcare decisions.”
Wilson’s lawyer, Robert Frank Cipriano, reported that his client agreed that he needed a conservatorship after his wife’s death.
Melinda, who died at age 77, was previously in charge of her husband’s affairs.
Cipriano said that Wilson was “mostly difficult to understand and gave very short responses to questions and comments” and had issues remembering the names of his other children.
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The petition said there wouldn’t be major changes to Wilson’s living arrangements under the conservatorship.
It also suggested that despite his impairments, Wilson can still “continue to work on current projects.”
His assets are in a trust and are not being overseen as part of the conservatorship.
Celebrated songwriter
Celebrated as a spectacular songwriter, Wilson was responsible for famous tunes including All Summer Long, Don’t Worry Baby, and California Girls.
Born in Inglewood, California, Wilson formed the band – first called the Pendletones – as a teenager with his brothers Dennis and Carl.
He was the eldest and last surviving of the trio.
Their first song, Surfin’, was released by Candix Records.
The record label changed the band’s name without their permission to play to the band’s laid back, surfer sound.
A year later, they signed with Capitol and released their debut album, Surfin’ Safari.
The Beach Boys rocketed to fame during the 1960s, going from local California band to national hitmakers – and international ambassadors of surf and sun.
Their 1966 album Pet Sounds was voted No. 2 in Rolling Stone’s list of the best 500 albums in 2003.
As much as Wilson had a gift, he also had demons.
He was tormented by his obsession with achieving perfection.
Brian played bass, Carl lead guitar and Dennis was on drums.
Celebs have clamoured to pay tribute to the musician, whose music was held dear by so many.
Broadcaster Piers Morgan wrote: “RIP Brian Wilson, 82.
“Co-creator of the Beach Boys, and the man who wrote one of the greatest pop songs in history, God Only Knows, when he was just 23.
“A complex man but a musical genius and showbusiness icon. What a legacy he leaves.”
Ronnie Wood, guitarist for the Rolling Stones, wrote: “Oh no Brian Wilson and Sly Stone in one week – my world is in mourning […] so sad.”
The Beach Boys inspired acts on both sides of the Atlantic, with the likes of Sir Elton John, Bruce Springsteen and Carole King revering their work.
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