Divorce ⁣Proceedings adn Financial Request

Daniel Bernard,‍ the estranged husband of Australian singer ⁤Sia (Sia Furler), ⁤is requesting more than $250,000 (approximately £187,000 or A$384,000) per month in spousal support, according too court ​documents ‌filed in the ‌United States. Sia, known for hits⁣ like “Chandelier” and “Titanium,” filed ⁤for divorce in March 2024, citing “irreconcilable differences.”

Claimed lifestyle and Financial​ Dependence

Bernard, ‌a former radiation oncologist, asserts he needs the substantial monthly allowance to maintain the “luxurious and upper-class lifestyle” enjoyed during their marriage. He claims he became financially dependent on Sia after leaving his‍ medical⁣ practice ⁢to collaborate with her on a short-lived business venture.

According to the court ‍filings, the couple, who ⁤married in December 2022 ‍and share⁤ an 18-month-old son, reportedly had monthly expenses exceeding $400,000. These expenses included private jet ‍travel, lavish vacations, high-end ⁢dining, and a full-time staff.

Bernard stated in his filing, “We never needed to⁤ monitor our living expenses,” emphasizing the financial ‌freedom ⁣they experienced during​ the​ marriage.

Professional Re-entry and Additional costs

The 47-year-old Bernard argues the temporary ⁣support order is “necessary” because 49-year-old Sia ⁢was the primary earner throughout their marriage.⁢ He ‌also explained that resuming ​his medical career requires several years of ‍retraining and passing rigorous certification exams. He previously worked⁣ as a radiation oncologist.

in addition to spousal support,‍ Bernard ⁣is requesting funds to cover legal ​fees and forensic accounting costs related to ⁢the ‍divorce proceedings.

Response from Sia’s Representation

As of October 15,⁤ 2024, representatives ‍for Sia have ‌been contacted for comment but have not yet ‌responded. ⁢