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Brian Wilson’s Health: All About His Struggle With a Major Neurocognitive Disorder

The Beach Boys member’s family sought a conservatorship for Brian following the death of his late wife, Melinda.

Following the death of his late wife, Melinda Ledbetter, Brian’s family filed for a conservatorship while the “I Get Around” musician was battling his neurocognitive disorder and was reportedly taking medication for dementia. The outlet also reported that Brian’s team revealed the record producer is currently “unable to properly provide for his or her personal needs for physical health, food, clothing, or shelter.” Michael Ochs Archives/Getty ImagesThe “Surf City” artist also experienced mental health issues, having suffered from a nervous breakdown in the 1960s while at the height of The Beach Boys’ stardom.

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