Cher Reflects on Relationship with Sonny Bono

In a recent interview, Cher reflected on her tumultuous relationship with Sonny Bono, which began when she was just 16 and he was 27. Despite lying about her age, their initial connection blossomed into a marriage in 1964, yielding a child, Chaz Bono, before their divorce in 1975. Cher's mother, Georgia Holt, disapproved of the age gap and warned Bono of potential legal repercussions for dating her underage daughter. Cher described Bono as initially unattracted to her, yet their age difference felt inconsequential due to his playful nature. Their marriage faced challenges including infidelity and emotional abuse, which Cher detailed in her upcoming memoir. Bono passed away in 1998 after a successful career that included a stint in Congress, and Cher continues to reflect on their complex relationship.