Sia Speaks Out on $40K-Per-Month Child Support Settlement

The singer says she's 'trying to buy peace' amid divorce from estranged husband Daniel Bernad.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 4:19am

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Sia has spoken out about her recent child support settlement, in which she agreed to pay her estranged husband Daniel Bernad over $40,000 a month in child support payments for their son. The 'Chandelier' singer, 50, said she's 'a sober working mom trying to buy peace' and that the 'incredibly high' child support payments were necessary since she is the only parent earning income.

Why it matters

Sia's candid comments shed light on the challenges high-profile celebrities can face when navigating divorce and child support settlements, especially when there are significant income disparities between the parents. The case also highlights the complexities of California's child support laws, which can result in payments that some may view as excessive.

The details

According to court documents, Sia will pay Bernad $42,500 per month in child support for their son, Somersault Wonder Bernad, until he turns 18 or graduates high school. In addition to the monthly payments, Sia is responsible for covering private school tuition, agreed-upon extracurricular activities, and uninsured healthcare costs. The former couple tied the knot in 2022 and welcomed their first child together on March 27, 2024, before Sia filed for divorce in 2025.

  • Sia and Bernad married in 2022.
  • Their son was born on March 27, 2024.
  • Sia filed for divorce in 2025.
  • The child support payments began on April 1, 2026.

The players

Sia

A 50-year-old singer-songwriter known for hits like 'Chandelier' who is the primary earner and custodial parent in this case.

Daniel Bernad

Sia's estranged husband who will receive over $40,000 per month in child support payments.

Somersault Wonder Bernad

The son of Sia and Daniel Bernad, born in 2024.

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What they’re saying

“I'm a sober working mom trying to buy peace. I have primary custody of our son and since i am the only parent earning income i still have to pay California's incredibly high child support.”

— Sia, Singer

“To err is human, to forgive is divine.”

— Alexander Pope, Poet

What’s next

The former couple will share legal custody of their son according to a schedule that went into effect on April 1, 2026.

The takeaway

Sia's candid comments highlight the challenges high-profile celebrities can face when navigating divorce and child support, especially when there are significant income disparities between the parents. Her case also sheds light on the complexities of California's child support laws.