Cher's Son Faces New Health Crisis: Elijah Blue Allman’s Overdose and Ongoing Struggles
Cher's Son Elijah Blue Allman Overdoses: A Family Tragedy Repeats Itself
The glamorous world of Hollywood has been rocked by a shocking revelation: Cher's 48-year-old son, Elijah Blue Allman, is in a life-or-death battle after a reported overdose in Southern California. The legendary singer-songwriter's youngest child, fathered with the late rock star Gregg Allman, was rushed to the hospital on Saturday morning, leaving fans and family members stunned.
As the investigation unfolds, sources close to the family confirm that Elijah remains hospitalized, his current condition shrouded in mystery. It's unclear what triggered this latest relapse, but insiders reveal that he is "very lucky to have survived" what could have been a fatal encounter with unknown substances.
This news comes as a devastating blow to Cher, who has spent years trying to keep her son on the right path. In 2014, Elijah candidly opened up about his struggles with addiction, revealing that he began experimenting with drugs like weed and ecstasy at just 11 years old. "I was just looking to escape all the things in my past," he confessed to ET. "Heroin kind of saved me… If I didn't have that at that point, I don't know what I would have done."
The Allman family has a notorious history with substance abuse. Elijah's father, Gregg, died from liver cancer in 2012 after years of struggling with addiction. His uncle Duane Allman, the legendary guitarist and founder of the Allman Brothers Band, tragically perished in a motorcycle accident in 1971, his life cut short by his own demons.
In 2023, Cher filed for temporary sole conservatorship over Elijah's finances, citing "severe mental health and substance abuse issues." She expressed deep concern that any funds distributed to her son would be spent on drugs, putting him at risk. However, nine months later, she withdrew the request after Elijah assured her he was sober and attending AA-type meetings.
But now, it seems Elijah's struggles have resurfaced, sparking alarm among those closest to him. His estranged wife, Marieangela King, has cited "irreconcilable differences" in their divorce proceedings, which is set to leave him with a significant financial burden. The court documents reveal that she has requested $6,000 per month in temporary spousal support.
The recent sighting of Elijah looking disheveled and sunburned outside the Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles last May should have been a warning sign for those around him. As fans anxiously await an update on his condition, they can't help but wonder: what led to this relapse? Will Cher's devoted efforts be enough to save her son from the abyss of addiction once again?
As The Scholarly Note.com reaches out to representatives for Cher for comment, one thing is certain: this family tragedy will continue to captivate and disturb us all.