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Brian Wilson’s business manager, LeeAnn Hard, and his longtime publicist and manager, Jean Sievers, have filed a petition to become the Beach Boys frontman’s guardians, overseeing his personal and medical decisions. according to the associated press.
According to documents filed in Los Angeles Superior Court on Wednesday, including a medical statement, Wilson has a “significant neurocognitive disorder” and is taking medication for dementia, the Associated Press reports.
In the petition, Wilson’s representatives said that following the death of Wilson’s wife, Melinda Ledbetter, who had taken care of his daily needs, he has been unable to care for himself.
“Wilson is unable to adequately meet his personal needs for physical health, food, clothing or shelter,” the petition states, according to the AP.
Hart and Sievers, the document states, “have had a close relationship with Mr. and Mrs. Wilson for many years, and Mr. Wilson trusts them.”
In a joint statement from Hard and Sievers shared with The Hollywood Reporter, said: “We appreciate the overwhelming outpouring of love and support for Brian. Although Brian is diagnosed with early-stage dementia and mourns the loss of his beloved wife Melinda, he is physically healthy, leads a full life, and is currently working on projects. As his co-guardian, we will ensure that all of Brian’s daily living needs are met and that he continues to lead an active life.”
On Thursday, the Wilson family explained the change. social media. “Following the passing of Melinda, Brian’s beloved wife, after careful consideration and consultation between Brian, his seven children, Gloria Ramos and Brian’s doctors (and in accordance with the family processes implemented by Brian and Melinda), we confirm that former Wilson family representatives LeeAnn Hard and Jean Sievers will act as co-guardians of Brian’s person.”
He continued: “This decision was made to ensure that there will be no extreme changes to the home and that Brian and the children living in the home will be cared for and remain in the home where they are cared for by Gloria Ramos and the wonderful team. in the house that they have been helping to take care of the family for many years. “Brian will be able to enjoy all of his family and friends and continue working on current projects, as well as participate in any activity he chooses.”
Decades ago, Wilson was under the close supervision of controversial psychologist Eugene Landy. While Landy treated the musician as he struggled with substance abuse, the psychologist eventually took control of the singer’s life and work. Wilson’s family eventually intervened and Landy was banned from any contact with Wilson.