Beach Boys Singer Brian Wilson Has Dementia, Family Seeks Conservatorship

Brian Wilson‘s household has filed for a conservatorship after the demise of his spouse, Melinda — they usually say it is as a result of his cognitive means has critically regressed … TMZ has confirmed.

Based on authorized docs … the legendary Beach Boys frontman is affected by a “major neurocognitive disorder” and taking treatment for dementia — so says his household. The docs say Wilson cannot correctly look after his primary private wants corresponding to meals, clothes or shelter.

The Wilson household confirmed the information of the court docket submitting to Individuals, telling the outlet the household got here collectively after Melinda’s demise and — in session with Wilson’s children, longtime workers members and medical doctors — determined to nominate two household representatives as his conservators.

The household went on so as to add that the choice was made to try to decrease adjustments to Brian’s life and the lives of his kids who nonetheless dwell at dwelling.

Regardless of the conservatorship submitting, the household says Wilson can nonetheless spend time with family members and even work on initiatives if he so chooses.

As we reported … Melinda Kae Ledbetter Wilson passed away on the finish of final month on the couple’s dwelling surrounded by her household.

Brian wrote on Instagram, “Melinda was more than my wife. She was my savior. She gave me the emotional security I needed to have a career.”

A court docket listening to is scheduled for the top of April … although it is not clear whether or not Wilson will attend in particular person.