Cher Files for Conservatorship of Son Elijah Blue Allman

The singer cites her son's struggles with mental health issues and addiction, seeks to control his finances amid concerns over potential drug spending.

Cher has filed for temporary conservatorship of her son Elijah Blue Allman, citing his struggles with mental health issues and addiction.
Elijah Allman, 47, is the son of Cher and musician Gregg Allman, and a former singer and guitarist for the band Deadsy.
The petition states that Elijah Allman is entitled to regular payments from a trust fund, but Cher is concerned that any funds distributed to him will be immediately spent on drugs.
The filing seeks to keep control of Elijah Allman’s finances from his wife, Marieangela King, from whom he filed for divorce in 2021.
A hearing on the issue has been scheduled for January.