Cher (born Cherilyn Sarkisian on May 20, 1946) is an American singer, actress and television personality.

Often referred to by the media as the “Goddess of Pop”.  Known for her distinctive contralto singing voice and for having worked in numerous areas of entertainment, as well as adopting a variety of styles and appearances, Cher rose to fame in 1965 as one half of the folk rock husband-wife duo Sonny & Cher before launching a successful, six-decade-long solo career.