Cher Accuses Sonny Bono of Financial Abuse

In her newly released memoir, Cher reveals that her ex-husband Sonny Bono financially deceived her, taking almost all her earnings through a company he controlled, Cher Enterprises, which he owned 95% of. Cher, now 78, reflects on her naivety during their marriage, stating, 'I just thought, “We’re husband and wife. Half the things are his, half the things are mine.”' She describes how Bono's fame altered their relationship dynamics, leading to isolation from friends and a controlling attitude, including forbidding her from socializing with band members and even burning her belongings. Cher details her struggles with the aftermath of their tumultuous marriage and the lasting impact of his betrayal, indicating she still grapples with the emotional scars decades later. The memoir's first part ends in 1980, promising further revelations in the upcoming sequel expected in 2025. Cher's story is marked by a blend of personal challenges, professional successes, and reflections on love and betrayal.