"Beach Boys' Brian Wilson's Wife, Melinda, Passes Away at 77"
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Melinda Ledbetter Wilson, wife and manager of Beach Boys co-founder Brian Wilson, has passed away at 77. Known for stabilizing Wilson's troubled life, she was credited with providing emotional security and encouragement for his music. Wilson struggled with mental health and substance abuse issues before meeting Ledbetter, who helped him get proper medical treatment and complete his intended masterpiece, "Smile." She passed away suddenly at their home in Beverly Hills, leaving behind a legacy of support and love for her husband and family.
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