Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · June 16, 2025 · Entertainment

Cher vs. Marieangela: The Explosive Family Feud Behind Elijah Allman's Crisis

Cher is embroiled in an explosive feud with her son Elijah Blue Allman's estranged wife and, following his reported relapse, it has only become more volatile

Cher's Family Drama Reaches New Heights: Son Elijah Blue Allman's Relapse and Feud with Ex-Wife Queenie King

The music industry is abuzz with scandal as pop icon Cher finds herself at the center of a explosive feud with her son Elijah Blue Allman's estranged wife, Marieangela "Queenie" King. The drama has been brewing for years, but it's reached new heights with Elijah's recent relapse and hospitalization.

According to insiders, Cher is already pointing fingers at Queenie, claiming she's responsible for Elijah's troubles. "Cher is blaming Queenie like she always does when things go wrong," a source close to the situation told The Scholarly Note. "But the truth is, Cher has never taken responsibility for her actions and how they affect those around her."

Cher is 'already blaming Elijah’s wife, Marieangela [King], like she always does when things go wrong', said a source who accused the pop icon of never taking 'responsibility'

Elijah, 48, son of Cher and her second husband Gregg Allman, has struggled with addiction for years. His latest relapse comes just a month after he was seen stumbling outside the luxurious Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles, looking "zombie-like" according to eyewitnesses.

"It's no surprise that Elijah overdosed," said our insider. "He loved his dad more than anything on earth and felt like he could trust him with all his secrets. But with Gregg passing away, Elijah was left feeling lost and alone."

The source continued, "Elijah's overdose was a cry for help, but Cher has never been there to support him the way she should be. She's always trying to control every aspect of his life, including his finances and relationships."

'His overdose was ignited by the pain of Father's Day because he loved his dad more than anything on earth and he was the only person who he felt he could trust,' our insider said (Cher pictured with eldest son - now Chaz Bono - and Elijah in 1981)

This isn't the first time Cher and Queenie have clashed. Their feud began when King and Allman became engaged in 2013. At the time, Cher allegedly refused to congratulate the couple, setting off a chain reaction of events that would ultimately lead to their downfall.

"Elijah and Cher ended up in a bitter legal battle over his conservatorship," our source revealed. "Cher claimed Elijah wasn't capable of making his own decisions, but Queenie stood by her husband and opposed the petition."

The situation took a dramatic turn when Cher allegedly sent Elijah to a facility in Mexico without telling anyone - including Queenie. The insider claims that Cher's actions were an attempt to drive a wedge between Elijah and his wife.

Allman is back to living at the famed Chateau Marmont hotel in Los Angeles, where he was found passed out in 2023, prompting his mother to intervene

"It was a dirty move on Cher's part," said our source. "But Queenie had the last laugh. She flew down to save Elijah from the facility, and they've been rebuilding their relationship ever since."

The tension between Cher and Queenie has been palpable for years, with both women engaging in a series of public battles over Elijah's care and well-being.

"Elijah was doing better for a while," said our insider. "He was trying to get clean and take back his independence, but he became more isolated over time. And when things got bad again, Cher pushed Queenie out of the picture."

The couple has been married since 2013, but they filed for divorce in April citing irreconcilable differences. The court documents reveal that Queenie is seeking $6,000 a month in spousal support and exclusive use of their 2017 Toyota Prius.

Meanwhile, Cher's attempts to control Elijah's finances have been nothing short of dramatic. She filed for a temporary sole conservatorship over his trust fund in 2023, citing his addiction and mental health issues. But she ultimately withdrew the petition after facing fierce opposition from Queenie.

As the drama continues to unfold, it's clear that Cher's family dynamics are more complicated than ever. With Elijah struggling with addiction and Cher and Queenie at odds, one thing is certain: this family feud will continue to captivate the nation for months to come.

We reached out to a representative for Cher but have yet to receive a response.