Cher (born Cherilyn Sarkisian on May 20, 1946) is an American singer, actress, and television personality. Often referred to as the "Goddess of Pop” Cher is known for her distinctive contralto voice and her career spanning multiple decades and genres. My only criticism of her is that she used auto-tune on “Believe”( when she clearly didn’t need to) which was subsequently adopted by everyone and now we can’t get rid of it!
1965: Gains fame as part of the duo Sonny & Cher with the hit single "I Got You Babe."
1966: Releases her first solo album, "All I Really Want to Do."
1971: Stars in "The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour” which becomes a major TV success.
1979: Reinvents herself as a disco queen with the album "Take Me Home."
1987: Wins an Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in "Moonstruck."
1998: Releases "Believe” featuring the title track that becomes a worldwide hit and popularizes the use of Auto-Tune.
2002: Embarks on her "Farewell Tour” which lasts until 2005 due to its popularity.
2008: Begins a three-year residency at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas.
2013: Releases "Closer to the Truth” her first studio album in 12 years.
2018: Releases the ABBA cover album "Dancing Queen" and stars in the movie "Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again."
1999: Best Dance Recording for "Believe."
Other Awards: Cher has also won an Academy Award, an Emmy Award, and three Golden Globe Awards.
1. "Believe” The 1998 hit that is one of her most successful singles and introduced Auto-Tune to mainstream music.
2. "I Got You Babe” The 1965 classic hit with Sonny Bono that launched her into stardom.
3. "If I Could Turn Back Time” A major hit from 1989 that remains one of her most recognizable songs.
‘Until you're ready to look foolish, you'll never have the possibility of being great.
‘I'm insecure about how I look. I was the ugly kid who nobody wanted to play with. I had a big nose and was overweight. I'm so insecure about my body.
Sonny Bono Divorce: Cher's tumultuous relationship and subsequent divorce from Sonny Bono in 1975 was widely publicized.
Plastic Surgery: Cher has been open about her use of cosmetic surgery to maintain her youthful appearance, which has been a topic of media speculation.
Political Activism: Cher is known for her outspoken political views and activism, particularly on social media.
Las Vegas Residencies: Cher's residencies in Las Vegas have been highly successful, drawing large audiences and extending her career in live performance.
Fashion Icon: Known for her bold and daring fashion choices, Cher has influenced the fashion industry and continues to be a style icon.
Cher's ability to continually reinvent herself and remain relevant in the entertainment industry is a testament to her talent and versatility. Her influence spans music, television, film, and fashion, making her a multifaceted and enduring icon.