Rock star Liam Gallagher is embroiled in a new high-stakes court battle with his former partner over substantial child support payments for their daughter. The legal confrontation has escalated as Liza Ghorbani, mother to Gallagher's 12-year-old daughter Gemma, pursues a significant increase in annual maintenance, reportedly exceeding half a million pounds.
Details of the Financial Demands
The courtroom proceedings, held via video link in New York last week, revealed extensive financial requests from Ghorbani. She currently resides with Gemma in a rented New York apartment costing £3,300 monthly but is seeking substantial upgrades to their living arrangements and care provisions.
According to court documents, the demands include £22,500 per month for a residence featuring a swimming pool, alongside £75,000 annually for a live-in nanny. Additionally, a yearly holiday budget of £5,000 has been proposed to accommodate their travel needs.
Background of the Dispute
This legal confrontation represents the latest chapter in a longstanding financial arrangement between the former couple. Since a 2015 court order, Gallagher has reportedly paid over $1 million (£738,000) in support. Following Gemma's autism diagnosis, the Oasis singer agreed to an additional $240,000 (£177,000) in 2021 specifically for her educational and support requirements.
The current proceedings seek approximately $690,000 (£510,000) annually from Gallagher, comprising $420,000 for day-to-day child support and a $250,000 lump sum for additional expenses. Ghorbani's legal team has emphasised that these figures reflect the genuine needs of their autistic daughter, who requires specialised care and educational support.
Allegations and Counterclaims
The courtroom atmosphere has grown increasingly contentious, with both parties trading serious allegations. Ghorbani's lawyer, Amanda Creegan, told the Supreme Court that Gallagher and his representatives have made numerous public statements about her client while she has maintained discretion.
Creegan further claimed that Gallagher has neither met nor shown any intention of meeting his daughter Gemma, alleging "he doesn't talk to her, doesn't acknowledge her." She also accused the musician of violating confidentiality agreements by publicly discussing the case and making disparaging remarks about Ghorbani.
Gallagher's Response and Financial Context
Gallagher's legal team has previously characterised the timing of these increased demands as opportunistic. Last March, his lawyer Judy Poller suggested the claims were motivated by Gallagher's impending "new musical adventure" - a reference to his lucrative summer reunion tour with brother Noel Gallagher.
Industry figures substantiate the financial scale of Gallagher's recent ventures. Oasis earned an impressive £303 million from their comeback tour, with individual shows generating approximately £8.4 million, making them 2025's second-highest earning musical act globally.
Current Legal Status and Privacy Measures
The judge has taken the unusual step of making the case private to protect Gemma's welfare, following Ghorbani's motion to scrutinise Gallagher's finances more closely. This decision reflects the sensitive nature of the proceedings and the desire to shield the child from unnecessary public exposure.
Gallagher's representatives declined to comment when approached by media outlets, maintaining their position through formal legal channels. The case continues to unfold as both parties prepare their arguments regarding the appropriate level of financial support for Gemma's present and future needs.
Broader Context and Family Dynamics
This legal dispute exists within a complex family history. Gallagher conceived Gemma while still married to Nicole Appleton, with the extra-marital affair becoming public knowledge in April 2014 when Ghorbani's pregnancy was revealed. The rock star is father to three older children from previous relationships, adding further complexity to the family dynamics at play.
As the case progresses, it highlights ongoing tensions between celebrity parents and the substantial financial responsibilities that accompany high-profile separations, particularly when children have additional needs requiring specialised support and care.
