I heard about him having a new Guru years ago yes. I think there are two women gurus known for hugging and one has passed away. I think both these women gurus were once followers of Sai Baba.
https://sathyasaibaba.wordpress.com/2008/07/13/sri-mata-amritanandamayi-devi-ammachi-the-hugging-saint/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sai_Maa ( I don't see Jossi editing this! Must be too busy with his cool rope flow life)
Sai Baba has a very bad history
https://www.theguardian.com/uk/2006/nov/04/voluntarysector.india
I recall someone saying Donner was involved too. But I found out about the name change and Pavima this weekend. The person that shared it with me swore he is sure Donner not involved. So I don't know? Maybe that was just a rumor?