Surviving the Edge: Elijah Blue Allman's Battles with Substance Abuse
Hospitalization due to drug overdose for Cher's son.
Many of us might recognize Elijah Blue Allman, the 48-year-old son of music legend Cher, for more than just his famous mother. Allman, who has wrestled with drug addiction since his early teens, found himself hospitalized in California following a recent overdose.
According to US gossip site TMZ, citing close sources, Elijah has managed to pull through the ordeal, but unfortunately, the specific drugs involved remain a mystery. As I write this, he remains in the hospital.
Elijah's struggle with addiction began in his early adolescence, with him experimenting with drugs at the tender age of 11. This was an era where marijuana and ecstasy were his substances of choice, later escalating to heroin and other opioids[1][2]. In a 2014 interview with Entertainment Tonight, he confessed to being sober since 2008, but his battles with substance abuse haven't been an occasional occurrence. He's openly shared his experiences of looking death in the eye multiple times[1][2].
Cher's Concerns
In 2023, Cher endeavored to seek guardianship of her adult son in court, fearing the regular payouts from his trust fund might lure him back into the vicious cycle of drug use. Unfortunately, her petition was denied, with the court deeming that Allman was managing his finances responsibly and was drug-free at the time[1].
Rumors swirled late in 2023 accusing Cher of attempting to have Elijah kidnapped. However, the singer promptly dismissed these accusations.
Elijah is Cher's son from her second marriage to Gregg Allman, who passed away in 2017. She was married to the Allman Brothers Band singer and keyboardist from 1975 to 1979. Cher is also the mother of Chaz Bono, from her first marriage to Sonny Bono.
Although Elijah's journey with addiction has been public, his unwavering commitment to sobriety and loyalty to loved ones have been highlighted by close associates, including his estranged wife[1].
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- The Commission, consulted on the draft directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation, might also consider the health implications and potential risks associated with long-term drug use among celebrities like Elijah Blue Allman.
- Amidst the ongoing battle with substance abuse, Elijah Blue Allman's unwavering commitment to sobriety is a testament to the power of mental health and wellness in overcoming personal struggles.
- As the music world mourned the passing of Gregg Allman, his son Elijah's publicly documented struggles with drugs served as a stark reminder of the potential dangers hidden within the glamorous world of entertainment.
