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Judge Denies Emergency Custody in Sia's Controversial Battle

11/2/2025

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A judge denied Daniel Bernad's emergency custody request in the custody battle involving singer-songwriter Sia in Los Angeles.
Bernad sought emergency custody, alleging Sia has substance abuse issues endangering their child.
Sia, represented by Laura Wasser, countered that Bernad faced past investigations for child pornography, which he denies, and suggested Sia fabricated evidence, with both parents required to meet with a mediator before the next hearing.

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A judge denied Daniel Bernad's emergency custody request in the custody battle involving singer-songwriter Sia in Los Angeles.
Bernad sought emergency custody, alleging Sia has substance abuse issues endangering their child.
Sia, represented by Laura Wasser, countered that Bernad faced past investigations for child pornography, which he denies, and suggested Sia fabricated evidence, with both parents required to meet with a mediator before the next hearing.