Cher turns 79: See her evolution in photos
Cher circa 1975, the year she and Sonny divorced. At that time, she had firmly established herself as a solo artist with chart-topping hits such as “Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves,” “Half-Breed,” and “Dark Lady.”
Now at 75, Cher continues to captivate audiences with her timeless presence and musical prowess. Explore the evolution of the legendary singer, from her iconic fashion statements and notable relationships to the swirling rumors surrounding plastic surgery.
Cher, at 75, continues to captivate audiences with her legendary presence. Explore the evolution of the iconic singer through her unforgettable fashion moments, celebrated relationships, and enduring legacy amidst the plastic surgery rumors.
Cher performs with Sonny Bono in Germany in 1960.
(Note: The original statement is inaccurate; Cher and Sonny Bono began performing together in the mid-1960s, not in 1960. They gained fame in the late 1960s with songs like “I Got You Babe”.)
Cher and Sonny, around 1965.
The pair promotes “The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour” in 1970, just a year following their wedding.
Sonny and Cher circa 1973 with their child, Chaz (born 1969), epitomized the quintessential family portrait of the era.
In 1975, Cher was at the apex of her solo career, having firmly established herself as an independent artist following her divorce from Sonny. Her chart-topping hits such as “Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves,” “Half-Breed,” and “Dark Lady” resonated with audiences worldwide, solidifying her reputation as a captivating solo performer.
Cher was married to her second husband, fellow musician Gregg Allman, from 1975 to 1979.
Cher models a Bob Mackie design for a fashion shoot in 1978.
Cher strikes poses for photographs for her 1979 album titled “Prisoner.”
Cher during a 1984 photoshoot in Los Angeles.
Cher backstage at the 1986 Academy Awards after presenting actor Don Ameche with an Oscar, reflecting on the electric energy of the moment and the timeless allure of Hollywood’s most prestigious event.
Cher dazzles the audience at Wembley Arena in London in 1992.
Cher takes the stage in Mountain View, California, in 1999 as part of her electrifying “Do You Believe?” tour.
Cher dazzles the audience in London during her legendary farewell tour in 2004. Jo Hale/Getty Images
Cher featured prominently in the 2010 film “Burlesque.”
Cher continues to captivate in a fringe jacket following her appearance on “The Late Show” in 2015.
Cher attends the Billboard Awards.
