In a deeply personal and complex legal battle, iconic singer and actress Cher is seeking conservatorship over her son, Elijah Blue Allman, amidst concerns about his ability to manage his finances due to ongoing struggles with addiction. Elijah, 47, the son of Cher and the late Gregg Allman, has been in a rehabilitation facility in Mexico, prompting Cher to file for conservatorship in late December, citing concerns over his financial management capabilities.
The situation has ignited a fierce dispute with Elijah's estranged wife, Marieangela King. King has accused Cher of overstepping boundaries and even "kidnapping" Elijah, alleging that Cher admitted him into a rehab facility without her consultation. According to a source, Cher has long been skeptical of Marieangela’s influence on Elijah, suspecting that she might be aiming to access the trust fund left by Gregg Allman, who passed away in 2017 due to liver cancer.
The tension between Cher and Marieangela is not new. Marieangela, who married Elijah in 2014, claims she has been historically excluded from crucial decisions about Elijah’s care. She has raised questions about the rehabilitation facility to which Cher has sent her son, claiming that he is being coerced into an alternative medicine regimen in a questionable environment.
Cher's legal action suggests a lack of confidence in Marieangela’s suitability as a conservator, pointing to their tumultuous relationship marked by cycles of drug addiction and mental health crises. This legal maneuver is part of Cher's broader mission to support and protect her son, whom she has never given up on despite numerous challenges over the years.
Elijah’s struggle with addiction has been a long battle, beginning with drug use at the age of 11. His journey has been marked by attempts to escape personal demons through substance abuse. In 2014, he publicly acknowledged his challenges, saying, "I [was] just looking to escape, and that’s when you turn to those kinds of drugs, you know, heroin and opiates."
The ongoing legal dispute indicates a clash of priorities and perspectives between Cher and Marieangela, with both parties seemingly having Elijah’s best interests at heart, yet differing significantly in their approaches and understanding of his needs. As the case unfolds, it remains unclear how this battle will impact Elijah's recovery journey and the dynamics within the family.
Cher’s determination to help her son is evident in her actions and the legal steps she is taking. As the source close to the situation notes, Cher's ultimate hope is that distancing Marieangela from Elijah’s financial resources might lead to a resolution in favor of Elijah's well-being.