Legendary Beach Boys singer, Brian Wilson, 81, is reportedly suffering from dementia. The sad revelation was made in a recent court filing which stated that the music icon was suffering from a “major neurocognitive disorder such as dementia.”
According to Wilson’s family, two family representatives – LeeAnn Hard and Jean Sievers – will serve as his co-conservators. They stated that the decision was made after the passing of Wilson’s wife, Melinda Ledbetter, last month, to ensure that the household does not undergo extreme changes and that Wilson and his children living at the house will be taken care of by the house team led by Gloria Ramos.
The family confirmed this in a statement on Instagram.
Meanwhile, Wilson’s diagnosis comes amid the news of his return to music, with a planned release of a new album in 2025. In 1970, he had begun working on a country album, which was later shelved; however, the project has been revived and will feature Wilson on guest vocals.
When Wilson’s wife passed in January, he shared an emotional message about his loss on Twitter, expressing his love and admiration for her.
The diagnosis of Brian Wilson is a stark reminder of the debilitating effects of dementia, which may include memory loss, difficulty in concentrating, mood changes, and struggles to perform familiar daily tasks. The family has rallied around him, ensuring that he gets the love, care, and attention he needs to face this difficult time.
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
