Cher has filed for a temporary conservatorship over her son Elijah Blue Allman’s estate for the second time, citing his severe mental health and substance abuse issues as grounds for legal intervention. The filing follows Allman’s recent arrests in New Hampshire on charges including felony burglary, criminal mischief, simple assault, criminal trespass, and breach of bail, which led to his current detention in a locked psychiatric hospital.
According to court documents obtained by multiple news outlets, Cher, 79, is seeking to appoint private fiduciary Jason Rubin as conservator to manage her son’s finances, including distributions from a trust established by his late father, Gregg Allman. The filing states that Elijah Blue Allman, 49, has “no concept of money” and spends any funds he receives almost exclusively on drugs, expensive hotels, and limousine transportation.
This marks the second time Cher has pursued legal control over her son’s estate within three years. Her first attempt in 2023 was reportedly avoided when Allman acknowledged his inability to manage finances and agreed to hire a business manager while relying on his spouse for support. Still, Cher asserts that his condition has since “significantly deteriorated,” with his mental health and addiction issues reaching their worst point.
The conservatorship petition emphasizes that Allman is currently unable to withstand fraud or undue influence due to his impaired judgment. Cher’s lawyer, Justin B. Gold, argued in the filing that the musician spends trust distributions immediately upon receipt, often checking into hotels like the Chateau Marmont, purchasing and using drugs until funds are depleted, and subsequently requiring medical intervention or facing overdose risks.
Under California law, a conservatorship is typically reserved for individuals who are incapacitated due to age, illness, or disability and cannot produce sound decisions about their personal affairs or finances. While the current filing seeks only a conservatorship of the estate—not of the person—it reflects growing concern over Allman’s ability to navigate daily life safely.
Allman, the son of Cher and Gregg Allman, has been open about his struggles with addiction and mental health in past interviews. He is the frontman of the industrial rock band Deadsy and has maintained a low public profile in recent years amid ongoing personal challenges.
The court has not yet ruled on Cher’s latest petition. A hearing date has not been publicly scheduled as of this reporting. Those seeking updates on the case are advised to monitor filings through the appropriate California probate court where the petition was submitted.
For readers interested in following developments, official court documents and future rulings can be accessed through the state’s judicial portal once proceedings advance.
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