Elijah Blue Allman, the son of music superstar Cher and the late Gregg Allman, was reportedly rushed to a hospital over the weekend after an overdose in Southern California. The incident occurred early on Saturday morning in Joshua Tree, a desert area known for its peaceful escape. But for Elijah, it became the site of another personal crisis.
According to sources close to the family, Elijah is still in the hospital and receiving medical attention. Details around the situation are still developing, but his condition is said to be stable at this time.
Elijah Allman’s years of struggles and how he’s tried to survive
At 48, Elijah Allman hasn’t hidden his struggles with addiction. He’s been open about how early it all began, saying he first used drugs when he was just 11. Over the years, he spoke about how greatly addiction has affected his life. Elijah had moments where things came dangerously close to the edge, but somehow, he always found a way to step back before it was too late.
His father, Gregg Allman, was also known for his struggles with addiction, and Elijah has often spoken about how growing up in a rock-and-roll household influenced his early exposure to drugs. Despite this, he has made multiple attempts to get clean and rebuild his life.
Cher is trying to help his son despite their complicated relationship
In 2023, Cher made a difficult and very public move; she filed for a conservatorship over Elijah’s finances. Legal documents claimed he was unable to manage his money because of ongoing mental health and addiction issues. The decision stirred up a lot of reactions. Some saw it as controlling, while others believed it was the act of a mother doing everything she could to protect her child from further harm.
Cher, now 78, has always been known for her love and protectiveness of her children. The relationship between her and Elijah hasn’t always been smooth. Still, this latest incident is a reminder of how greatly addiction can affect not just the person suffering but the entire family.