“Unforgettable Moments of Joy”

Cher made an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! this week to discuss the first volume of her memoir, providing fans with an insight into her existence and her six-decade-long career.

During the honest dialogue, she reminisced about her collaboration with Sonny Bono, shared the tale of her famous driver’s license, and disclosed surprising stories from her remarkable journey.

Reflecting upon her association with Sonny, her previous spouse and musical collaborator who initially gained recognition alongside her in the duo Sonny & Cher during the 1960s, Cher elaborated on how their artistic partnership molded their lives.

“Performing on the show kept us unified because we had such a blast,” she disclosed to Kimmel. “We were equals. That was… I mean, I cherished it. We collaborated excellently, and it truly kept us closer longer than I genuinely desired.” Beginning with their breakout success “I Got You Babe” in 1965, Sonny & Cher emerged as one of the defining musical duos of their time.

Their wit and chemistry then flowed effortlessly into television, making The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour a quintessential part of 1970s entertainment, even as their private relationship encountered hurdles.

Cher also mentioned a man who assisted her in leaving Sonny, describing him as a crucial figure during that time. “He was very instrumental in helping me to depart from Sonny,” she shared. “He was truly a wonderful person… I included his full name [in the memoir], so I wonder how he feels about it.”

In a humorous moment, Cher talked about the journey of acquiring a driver’s license that displays solely her first name. “I don’t possess a last name, so it merely states Cher on my driver’s license,” she clarified. “You need to demonstrate that someone could recognize you, like the public could identify you by that name. It’s not straightforward.”

Kimmel subsequently confronted Cher with a quick-fire question session, during which she disclosed more about her eccentric encounters. She confessed to attempting jury duty but was excused for being “too distracting.” “The judge threw me out after 10 minutes,” she remarked with a chuckle.

She also revealed having played a video game just a month ago but stayed mum about the specifics. When asked about her visit to Costco, she paused before answering, “I believe once,” drawing laughter from the audience.

The discussion shifted to Cher’s rapport with former President Jimmy Carter, as she reminisced about their first dinner together on his first evening in the White House. She disclosed Carter’s enthusiasm for rock and roll, mentioning that Gregory and the Allman Brothers Band provided the initial funding for his campaign. “He called me once and requested me to do something on the Johnny Carson show,” Cher recounted. “Johnny Carson did not appreciate me, had me expelled from a party… but I didn’t have much liking for him either, so it didn’t make a difference.”

Cher’s memoir, Part One, launched at No. 1 on the New York Times bestseller list and maintained the top position for four non-consecutive weeks, solidifying her influence not only in music and film but also in narrative. Her impact on the Billboard charts is undeniable, with her pioneering hit “Believe” reigning atop the Billboard Hot 100 for four weeks in 1999 and earning her a Grammy for Best Dance Recording. “If I Could Turn Back Time,” another beloved track, continues to stand as a hallmark anthem of the late 1980s.

As fans keenly await the second volume of her memoir, scheduled for November, Cher jested, “I haven’t even begun it.”

At the conclusion of the interview, Cher left the audience in stitches as she informed Kimmel, “You’re a lot nicer and funnier than I expected you to be.”