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Cher Seeks Conservatorship for Son in Psychiatric Care

4/18/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Cher, the singer, has filed for a temporary conservatorship for her son Elijah Blue Allman.
Elijah Blue Allman, 49, is in a psychiatric hospital in New Hampshire after arrests, including felony burglary and assault.
Cher claims he has no understanding of money and spends his trust fund on drugs and luxury items.
Cher has asked fiduciary Jason Rubin to manage Allman's finances ahead of the April 24 court hearing.

History

Historical Context

In February 2008, Britney Spears was placed under a conservatorship led by her father, Jamie Spears, following mental health concerns. This arrangement, which lasted until November 2021, sparked debates about personal autonomy and conservatorship abuse, particularly highlighted by the #FreeBritney movement. Cher's recent conservatorship filing for her son echoes ongoing discussions about mental health and financial exploitation in similar cases.

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Story summary

Cher, the singer, has filed for a temporary conservatorship for her son Elijah Blue Allman.
Elijah Blue Allman, 49, is in a psychiatric hospital in New Hampshire after arrests, including felony burglary and assault.
Cher claims he has no understanding of money and spends his trust fund on drugs and luxury items.
Cher has asked fiduciary Jason Rubin to manage Allman's finances ahead of the April 24 court hearing.

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