Cher has once again sought legal conservatorship over her son, Elijah Blue Allman, following a series of arrests earlier this year. According to court documents filed in Los Angeles, the 79-year-old singer is requesting the appointment of a temporary conservator to manage the finances of her 49-year-old son, whom she describes as “gravely disabled” and struggling with substance dependency.
This is not the first time Cher has taken such action. She previously filed for conservatorship in December 2023, at that time asking to take on the role herself. In the latest filing, however, she has nominated professional fiduciary Jason Rubin instead.
The new petition states that Allman’s condition has worsened significantly since the earlier request. It claims he is currently being held in a secure psychiatric facility in New Hampshire, where he is undergoing treatment aimed at restoring his competency to stand trial. He faces multiple charges across two counties, including burglary, criminal mischief, assault, trespassing, and violating bail conditions.
Cher argues that her son is incapable of managing money or protecting himself from exploitation due to severe mental health and addiction issues. According to the filing, he spends money immediately—often on drugs, luxury hotels, and transportation—without regard for his financial obligations.
The documents also allege that Allman has failed to pay approximately $200,000 in taxes and ignored court orders related to spousal support for his estranged wife, Marieangela King. Cher further claims he incurred debt to a drug dealer, forcing him to borrow money from a friend to avoid harm.
Additional claims describe a pattern of reckless behavior, including causing extensive damage to rental properties and hotels, leading to significant financial liabilities. One incident reportedly left him owing $50,000 after an Airbnb stay. The filing suggests that without intervention from family and friends, his legal and financial situation would be even worse.
Cher asserts that Allman’s only income comes from a trust established by his late father, Gregg Allman, which provides him with about $120,000 annually. She claims he quickly spends these funds in a cycle involving hotel stays, drug use, and eventual hospitalization.
The petition also describes erratic and concerning behavior, including being removed from multiple hotels, inappropriate conduct toward others, and dangerous incidents such as losing consciousness in traffic and causing kitchen fires.
Cher maintains that her son’s mental and financial condition has deteriorated to a critical level and believes conservatorship is necessary for his safety and well-being. His half-brother, Devon Allman, also submitted a statement supporting this view, describing Elijah as a danger to himself and unable to manage his life or finances.
Cher had previously withdrawn her conservatorship request in September 2024 after reaching a private agreement. However, recent legal troubles have renewed concerns. Elijah was arrested twice last month in New Hampshire—once for a break-in and once for causing a disturbance at a school.
He is scheduled to appear in court later this month for both cases, with a hearing on the conservatorship request set shortly afterward.
