CHER SAYS SHE WILL LEAVE AMERICA… WHAT DO YOU SAY TO HER?

In a recent interview with The Guardian, the legendary singer Cher openly shared her concerns regarding the potential ramifications of another Trump presidency. She admitted to feeling “horrified” at the prospect, citing significant stress experienced during the previous administration. Cher even contemplated leaving the country, expressing, “I almost got an ulcer the last time. If he gets in, who knows? This time I will leave.”

Her apprehensions extend beyond personal discomfort, particularly focusing on the future of transgender individuals. Cher highlighted the troubling surge of proposed legislation, noting, “It’s something like 500 bills they’re trying to pass.” Drawing from her recent interactions with transgender individuals, including her son Chaz, Cher emphasized the importance of unity and support within the community, stating, “I was with two trans girls the other night – and of course my own child. I was saying ‘We’ve got to stand together.’ I don’t know what their eventual plan is for trans people.”

Cher’s remarks underscore broader concerns surrounding social and political issues, emphasizing the need for solidarity and advocacy to address challenges facing marginalized communities.

Cher has been an outspoken critic of the 45th president, openly condemning his actions. In 2016, she referred to him as a “f—ing traitor” on X (formerly known as Twitter), and in a 2018 interview with The Washington Post, she asserted that he had inflicted “so much damage” upon America.

In addition to her political activism, Cher has addressed geopolitical tensions, particularly those between Armenians and Azerbaijan. Her connection to her Armenian heritage has deepened over the years, especially after her visit to the capital, Yerevan. Reflecting on her trip, she remarked to The Guardian, “When I got there, I thought, ‘Wow, everybody looks like me! How could I not have strong feelings about this?’”

Recently, Cher embarked on a musical endeavor, releasing a 13-track Christmas album. The album features collaborations with friends such as Stevie Wonder and Cyndi Lauper, and includes covers of classics like Chuck Berry’s “Run Rudolph Run” alongside original tracks like the dance-pop single “DJ Play a Christmas Song.”

Discussing the album with PEOPLE, Cher expressed her longstanding desire to create a Christmas album, despite facing conceptual challenges. However, she found inspiration and support from her record company, enabling her to craft a collection of songs she is proud of. Describing the album as eclectic, it features a mix of joyful and reflective tracks capturing the holiday spirit.