Beach Boys' Brian Wilson's Family Seeks Conservatorship Amid Health Concerns

The family of Brian Wilson, a member of the iconic band The Beach Boys, has requested a court in Los Angeles to place him under a conservatorship. Court documents indicate that the 81-year-old musician is suffering from a "neurocognitive disorder" that resembles dementia. This decision comes after the death of Wilson's wife, Melinda, in January. The family claims to have made the decision after careful consideration and consultation with Wilson, his doctors, his seven children, and his housekeeper. A doctor mentioned in the documents stated that Wilson is easily distracted and often makes incoherent remarks. Wilson's family also noted that he is unable to meet his own personal needs. While the BBC has been unable to independently confirm the court documents, various US media outlets have reported on the matter. Wilson's family released a statement on Instagram, ensuring that the conservatorship will not bring drastic changes to the household. Wilson will remain at home with his children and will be cared for by his housekeeper and her team. He will be able to continue working on current projects and participate in activities of his choosing. Brian Wilson co-founded The Beach Boys and was the band's chief songwriter. He helped shape their sound, which was characterized by intricate melodies and complex harmonies. After achieving success with hits like "Surfin' USA" and "California Girls," Wilson steered the band towards experimentation in response to The Beatles' influence. His masterpiece, the 1966 album "Pet Sounds," is widely regarded as one of the greatest rock albums of all time. However, Wilson's increasing drug use and the pressure to create more elaborate songs led to a nervous breakdown and his subsequent withdrawal from touring and public life. Wilson was previously placed under a conservatorship in the early 1990s due to his family's concerns over the influence of a controversial psychologist named Eugene Landy. The court ruled that Landy should remove himself from Wilson's life and appointed an independent conservator. Melinda was reportedly a key figure in this case. After her passing, Wilson expressed his devastation, calling her his savior. The couple married in 1995 and adopted several children together. Wilson also has two daughters from his first marriage.