**Cher Faces Legal Battle Over Son’s Financial Support and Conservatorship**
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In a recent turn of events involving pop icon Cher and her son, Elijah Blue Allman, a Los Angeles judge has denied Cher’s request for a temporary conservatorship over her son’s estate. This legal decision, made on April 24, has far-reaching implications as Elijah claims he is no longer receiving financial assistance from his mother.
Court documents submitted on May 5 reveal that 49-year-old Allman has requested a reduction in the spousal support payments he must make to his estranged wife, Marieangela King. In his filing, he cited the cessation of ‘recurring gift income’ from his mother, indicating that his financial situation has drastically changed. According to Elijah, he now relies solely on a monthly payment of £10,000 from his late father Gregg Allman’s trust, a financial lifeline that he claims his mother has cut off.
Elijah’s assertion highlights ongoing concerns regarding his financial stability. He argues that since August 2021, Cher has not provided him with the previously received monthly payments. His reported income has now plummeted to £6,790 per month after taxes, which poses challenges in meeting his current financial obligations.
Cher, who has long voiced concerns about her son’s mental health and drug addiction, has described Elijah’s financial management skills as severely compromised. She alleges that he mismanages the funds he does receive, often spending money on “drugs, expensive hotels, and limousine transportation.” This financial mismanagement has raised alarm bells about his well-being.
In a hearing scheduled for July 17, Elijah aims to have his spousal support payments lowered from £6,500 monthly to approximately £1,651. He argues that his estranged wife has not made sufficient efforts to become financially independent since their separation in 2021. This support dispute incorporates several layers of complexity, particularly regarding Cher’s role in Elijah’s financial past.
Their legal entanglements date back to Elijah initially filing for divorce from King in 2021, although he later chose to dismiss the case. In early 2024, he formally withdrew the divorce filing, only for King to file for divorce herself in April 2025. This ongoing tug-of-war reflects not just their personal struggles but creates further complications in their mutual financial responsibilities.
Cher’s concerns over Elijah’s health and lifestyle have led her to request a formal conservatorship before. In December 2023, she filed for a temporary conservatorship, expressing profound worries about his state of mind following a series of arrests earlier this year. This latest application, however, has also been denied, but without prejudice, allowing her the option to reapply in the future.
The need for conservatorship arose amid allegations that Elijah’s life had markedly deteriorated, with claims that he has “no concept of money” and is incapable of managing his finances. Cher’s legal representation highlighted the dire state of affairs, indicating that Elijah allegedly owes £18,000 to a drug dealer, which led him to borrow money from a friend in a desperate attempt to avoid harm.
Adding to the mounting issues, it has been reported that Elijah has not paid any income taxes and owes approximately £200,000 to the authorities. Cher also noted that he failed to comply with court directives requiring him to contribute to his spousal support payments, further complicating the situation.
With a history of tumultuous events surrounding both Cher’s career and Allman’s personal struggles, the upcoming court hearings are set to shed light on the family’s challenges. The case underscores not only the intricacies of financial support and family dynamics but also raises urgent questions regarding the management of mental health and addiction issues within high-profile families.
As media outlets await further developments, both parties have yet to comment publicly through their respective legal representatives. The situation continues to evolve and remains under close scrutiny as the next court appearance approaches.