In a recent development in the ongoing family drama, Cher, 77, has expressed her concerns about her son, Elijah Blue Allman, and his alleged struggles with substance abuse. According to court documents filed on Thursday, Cher fears that if Elijah gains access to his finances, he will immediately spend the money on drugs, putting his life at risk. Cher has petitioned a Los Angeles court to become the conservator of Elijah's estate, citing his severe mental health and substance abuse issues.

Elijah, 47, is Cher's son with her second husband, Gregg Allman, and he is also the half-brother of her transgender son, Chaz Bono. Elijah has been married to Marieangela King since 2013, but their relationship has been tumultuous. In November 2021, Elijah filed for divorce, but on January 2, 2024, he requested the case be dismissed. According to King's attorney, the couple has been working on reconciling since April.

However, this reconciliation comes after a series of disturbing allegations made by King. In December 2022, she claimed that Cher had hired four men to kidnap Elijah from a New York City hotel room in an apparent intervention. King also accused Cher of interfering with Elijah's health management and his location and accessibility. Cher vehemently denied these accusations, stating that they were not true.

This is not the first time that Elijah has spoken out about his strained relationship with Cher. In a 2014 interview, he revealed that he felt “shunned” by his mother and stepbrother. He also disclosed that he had been buying drugs as a teenager during breaks from school, which he described as a shocking and normal part of his life at the time.

Cher's recent filing for conservatorship over Elijah's estate highlights her deep concerns for her son's well-being. The court documents state that Elijah is currently unable to manage his own finances and express his preferences regarding the appointment of a conservator. Cher's lawyer emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating that a temporary conservator is needed to protect Elijah's funds and manage them for his benefit.

In response to these developments, Elijah has used the hashtag #ImprisonmentViaConservatorship in his recent Instagram posts, though he has not provided further details about its meaning. Meanwhile, Elijah and King have decided to dismiss their divorce case, but the filing makes it clear that the case can be reopened in the future.

The ongoing legal battles and allegations have brought the troubled relationship between Cher and Elijah into the public eye. Cher has consistently expressed her love and dedication as a mother, stating that she will do anything to help her children. Despite their past struggles, she remains committed to supporting Elijah and ensuring his well-being.

A hearing for the temporary control of Elijah's estate is scheduled for January 5th, with a subsequent hearing to determine if Cher can become his permanent conservator set for March 6th at the Los Angeles Superior Court. The outcome of these hearings will have significant implications for Elijah's future and his ongoing battle with substance abuse and mental health issues.