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Cher is an iconic American singer, songwriter, actress, and television personality. She is one of the most successful female recording artists of all time, with over 100 million records sold worldwide. She has won an Academy Award, a Grammy Award, an Emmy Award, three Golden Globe Awards, and a special CFDA Fashion Award.

Cher was born Cherilyn Sarkisian in El Centro, California, on May 20, 1946. She began her career as a backup singer for the folk rock group Sonny & Cher in the 1960s. The duo released several hit singles, including “I Got You Babe” and “The Beat Goes On.” In 1965, Cher released her first solo album, All I Really Want to Do. The album featured the hit single “Bang Bang (My Baby Shot Me Down).”

In the 1970s, Cher released several successful albums, including Half-Breed, Dark Lady, and Stars. She also starred in several films, including Silkwood, Mask, and Moonstruck, for which she won an Academy Award for Best Actress. In the 1980s, Cher released the albums Heart of Stone and Love Hurts, and starred in the films The Witches of Eastwick and Mermaids.

In the 1990s, Cher released the albums It’s a Man’s World and Believe. The latter album featured the hit single “Believe,” which became her biggest hit to date. In 1998, she released the album Believe, which featured the hit single “Strong Enough.”

In the 2000s, Cher released the albums Living Proof and Closer to the Truth. She also starred in the films Burlesque and Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again. In 2018, she released the album Dancing Queen, which featured covers of ABBA songs.

Cher is known for her unique style, which includes her signature black hair, heavy makeup, and outrageous costumes. She is also known for her outspokenness and her advocacy for LGBT rights.

Cher has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and the Dance Music Hall of Fame. She has also been honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

FAQs

Q: What awards has Cher won?

A: Cher has won an Academy Award, a Grammy Award, an Emmy Award, three Golden Globe Awards, and a special CFDA Fashion Award.

Q: What albums has Cher released?

A: Cher has released several albums, including All I Really Want to Do, Half-Breed, Dark Lady, Stars, Heart of Stone, Love Hurts, It’s a Man’s World, Believe, Living Proof, Closer to the Truth, and Dancing Queen.

Q: What films has Cher starred in?

A: Cher has starred in several films, including Silkwood, Mask, Moonstruck, The Witches of Eastwick, Mermaids, Burlesque, and Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again.

Q: What is Cher known for?

A: Cher is known for her unique style, her outspokenness, and her advocacy for LGBT rights.