Cher

Born:20. mai 1946

Place of Birth:El Centro, California, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Cher, born Cheryl Sarkisian on May 20, 1946, is a multifaceted American artist who has left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. Often referred to as the "Goddess of Pop," Cher's career spans an impressive seven decades, during which she has continuously reinvented herself and her artistry. Known for her androgynous contralto voice and bold visual presentation, Cher's adaptability has led to numerous comebacks, solidifying her status as a cultural icon.

In the 1960s, Cher gained fame as one half of the folk rock duo Sonny & Cher, capturing audiences with hits like "All I Really Want to Do" and "Bang Bang (My Baby Shot Me Down)." Following her divorce from Sonny Bono in the 1970s, Cher embarked on a successful solo career, topping the charts with singles such as "Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves," "Half-Breed," and "Dark Lady," setting records as the female solo artist with the most number-one singles in US history at the time.

Transitioning seamlessly between music and acting, Cher made a triumphant return to the music scene in the late 1980s and 1990s with albums like "Cher," "Heart of Stone," and "Love Hurts," achieving international success with hits like "If I Could Turn Back Time" and "The Shoop Shoop Song (It's in His Kiss)." Her groundbreaking album "Believe" (1998) introduced the world to the "Cher effect," a unique use of Auto-Tune that became a defining feature of her sound.

In addition to her music career, Cher made a name for herself on television with shows like The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour and Cher, captivating audiences with her charisma and talent. She also ventured into film, delivering critically acclaimed performances in movies such as "Moonstruck" (1987), for which she won an Academy Award for Best Actress. Cher's diverse filmography includes roles in "Mask" (1985), "Mermaids" (1990), and "Burlesque" (2010), showcasing her versatility as an actress.

Throughout her illustrious career, Cher has amassed an impressive array of accolades, including an Academy Award, an Emmy, a Grammy, three Golden Globes, and the Billboard Icon Award, among others. She is also known for her philanthropic work and activism, particularly in the areas of LGBTQ rights and HIV/AIDS prevention. Cher's impact on music, film, and popular culture is undeniable, solidifying her legacy as one of the greatest entertainers of all time.

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Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again

Ruby Sheridan

2018

Five years after meeting her three fathers, Sophie Sheridan prepares to open her mother’s hotel. In 1979, young Donna Sheridan meets the men who each could be Sophie’s biological father.

Zookeeper

Janet the Lioness (voice)

2011

Kindhearted Griffin Keyes is one of the best-loved caretakers at the Franklin Park Zoo, but he's more comfortable with the animals than with females of his own species as proven by his failed marriage proposal to the self-absorbed Stephanie several years ago. The animals have listened to Griffin pine over her for years and, after she reappears in his life, they decide to help Griffin rekindle the relationship and become the alpha male she wants him to be. They inadvertently reveal their secret ability to talk and, after Griffin's initial shock, teach him the rules of courtship, animal-style. Surprisingly, the animals' advice really works and Griffin is about to get everything he's ever dreamed of--or is he?

Moonstruck

Loretta Castorini

1987

37-year-old Italian-American widow Loretta Castorini believes she is unlucky in love, and so accepts a marriage proposal from her boyfriend Johnny, even though she doesn't love him. When she meets his estranged younger brother Ronny, an emotional and passionate man, she finds herself drawn to him. She tries to resist, but Ronny, who blames his brother for the loss of his hand, has no scruples about aggressively pursuing her while Johnny is out of the country. As Loretta falls for Ronny, she learns that she's not the only one in her family with a secret romance.

Burlesque

Tess

2010

Ali leaves behind a troubled life and follows her dreams to Los Angeles, where she lands a job as a cocktail waitress at the Burlesque Lounge, a once-majestic theater that houses an inspired musical revue. Vowing to perform there, she makes the leap from bar to stage, helping restore the club's former glory.

Mask

Rusty Dennis

1985

A boy with a massive facial skull deformity and his biker gang mother attempt to live as normal a life as possible under the circumstances.

Mermaids

Rachel Flax

1990

Fifteen-year-old Charlotte Flax is tired of her wacky mom moving their family to a different town any time she feels it is necessary. When they move to a small Massachusetts town and Mrs. Flax begins dating a shopkeeper, Charlotte and her 9-year-old sister, Kate, hope that they can finally settle down. But when Charlotte's attraction to an older man gets in the way, the family must learn to accept each other for who they truly are.

The Witches of Eastwick

Alexandra Medford

1987

Three single women in a picturesque Rhode Island village have their wishes granted - at a cost - when a mysterious and flamboyant man arrives in their lives.

Val

Self (archive footage)

2021

For over 40 years Val Kilmer, one of Hollywood’s most mercurial and/or misunderstood actors has been documenting his own life and craft through film and video. He has amassed thousands of hours of footage, from 16mm home movies made with his brothers, to time spent in iconic roles for blockbuster movies like Top Gun, The Doors, Tombstone, and Batman Forever. This raw, wildly original and unflinching documentary reveals a life lived to extremes and a heart-filled, sometimes hilarious look at what it means to be an artist and a complex man.

Stuck on You

Cher

2003

In Martha's Vineyard, Mass., conjoined twins Walt and Bob Tenor make the best of their handicap by being the fastest grill cooks in town. While outgoing Walt hopes to one day become a famous actor, shy Bob prefers to stay out of the spotlight. When a fading Hollywood actress, Cher, decides to get her show "Honey and the Beaze" cancelled, she hires Walt -- and his brotherly appendage -- as her costars. But their addition surprisingly achieves the opposite.

SNL50: The Homecoming Concert

Self

2025

Live from Radio City Music Hall, witness the concert of a lifetime with a star-studded lineup bringing together legendary Saturday Night Live hall-of-famers, iconic guests and surprise musical performances.

Music by John Williams

Self (archive footage) (uncredited)

2024

His unforgettable scores are an essential part of some of the most beloved movies of our time, over a career that spans decades. See and hear maestro John Williams' own story, with insights from filmmakers, musicians, and others he has inspired, complete with rare behind-the-scenes looks at the making of movie history.

The Player

Cher

1992

A Hollywood studio executive is being sent death threats by a writer whose script he rejected - but which one?

Detroit Rock City

Self (archive footage) (uncredited)

1999

In 1978, a Kiss concert was an epoch-making event. For the four teen fans in Detroit Rock City getting tickets to the sold-out show becomes the focal point of their existence. They'll do anything for tickets -- compete in a strip club's amateur-night contest, take on religious protesters, even rob a convenience store!

Prêt-à-Porter

Self

1994

During Paris Fashion Week, models, designers and industry hot shots gather to work, mingle, argue and try to seduce one another.

Six by Sondheim

Self (archive footage)

2013

This intimate documentary explores the life and career of the stage legend Stephen Sondheim through six of his best-known songs.

Tea with Mussolini

Elsa Strauss-Almerson

1999

In 1930s fascist Italy, adolescent Luca just lost his mother. His father, a callous businessman, sends him to be taken care of by British expatriate Mary Wallace. Mary and her cultured friends - including artist Arabella, young widow Elsa, and archaeologist Georgie - keep a watchful eye over the boy. But the women's cultivated lives take a dramatic turn when Allied forces declare war on Mussolini.

2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

Self

2024

Inductees Are Recognized for Having Contributed Over 25 Years of Musical Excellence. Live on Saturday, October 19th 2024 at the Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland, Ohio.

Produksjon

Little Bites

Executive Producer

2024

Mindy, a young widow and mother who tries to protect her daughter Alice from a flesh eating monster named Agyar. Mindy has been secretly sacrificing her own life by allowing the creature to feast on her body as she keeps Alice hidden away at her grandmother’s house.