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Cher is one of the most iconic and influential artists in the history of pop culture. She has been entertaining audiences for over six decades, with her distinctive contralto voice, her daring fashion choices, and her versatile talents. In this blog post, we will explore her origins, her achievements, and her latest projects.
Origins
Cher was born as Cherilyn Sarkisian on May 20, 1946, in California. Her father was an Armenian-American truck driver, and her mother was a model and actress. Cher had a difficult childhood, as her parents divorced when she was a baby, and she moved around a lot with her mother and stepfather. She dropped out of school at 16, and moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in show business.
She met singer and producer Sonny Bono in 1962, who became her mentor, partner, and husband. They formed the duo Sonny & Cher, and rose to fame with their hit song “I Got You Babe” in 1965. They also starred in their own TV show, The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour, which was a huge success in the 1970s. Cher also launched her solo career, with songs like “Bang Bang (My Baby Shot Me Down)”, “Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves”, and “Half-Breed”.
Achievements
Cher is one of the few artists who has won an Oscar, a Grammy, an Emmy, and three Golden Globes. She has sold over 100 million records worldwide, and is the only artist to have a number-one single on the Billboard Hot 100 in six consecutive decades. She is also known as the “Queen of Reinvention”, as she has constantly changed her image and style, from hippie to disco to rock to dance.
Cher is also a successful actress, who has starred in films such as Silkwood, Mask, The Witches of Eastwick, Mermaids, and Moonstruck, for which she won the Academy Award for Best Actress in 1988. She has also appeared on Broadway, in the musical Come Back to the 5 & Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean, and in the play The Cher Show, based on her life and career.
Cher is also a humanitarian, who has supported various causes, such as LGBT rights, HIV/AIDS prevention, animal welfare, and environmentalism. She has also been involved in politics, and has been vocal about her opinions on social media.
Latest Projects
Cher is still active and busy, despite being 77 years old. She has recently released her 26th studio album, Dancing Queen, a tribute to the Swedish pop group ABBA, in 2018. She has also starred in the film Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again, a sequel to the musical based on ABBA’s songs, in 2018. She has also launched a new perfume, Cher Eau de Couture, in 2019.
Cher is currently working on a biopic about her life, which will be produced by the same team behind the Queen movie Bohemian Rhapsody. She is also planning to resume her concert tour, Here We Go Again, which was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. She is also writing her memoir, which is expected to be published in 2023.
Cher is a legend, who has inspired generations of fans and artists with her talent, charisma, and courage. She is a true pop icon, who has transcended genres, mediums, and trends. She is a role model, who has shown that age is just a number, and that nothing can stop her from pursuing her dreams. If you are a fan of Cher, or if you want to learn more about her, you can listen to her music on Spotify, Apple Music, or YouTube, and follow her on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. You can also check out her website for more information, news, and tour dates.
