Quick Read
- Cher is currently 79 years old.
- Rumors of her marrying Alexander ‘AE’ Edwards, 39, have been denied by her representative.
- Cher and Edwards have been together since 2022 and embrace their 40-year age gap.
- Cher remains active in her career, with a recent SNL appearance scheduled.
Cher at 79: Still Making Headlines
Cher has never been an ordinary celebrity. For decades, she’s stood at the center of pop culture, breaking records, turning heads, and, most of all, doing things her own way. Now, at 79 years old, the singer’s age is once again in the spotlight—but not for the reasons you might expect.
Rumors Swirl, but the Facts Remain
In late 2025, rumors began circulating that Cher was planning to marry her boyfriend, Alexander “AE” Edwards, a music executive 40 years her junior. The internet buzzed with speculation: Was the music legend really headed down the aisle again? Fans and tabloids alike pounced on the story, eager for the next chapter in Cher’s unconventional love life.
But as quickly as the rumors rose, they were put to rest. Cher’s representative told The Gossip List, “There is absolutely no plans for a wedding in her future.” That statement, reported by E! Online, was about as definitive as it gets. For now, Cher remains focused on her career, including a highly anticipated December 20 appearance on Saturday Night Live with Ariana Grande.
A Relationship That Defies Stereotypes
Despite the buzz, what truly fascinates many is the relationship itself. Cher and Alexander Edwards met at Paris Fashion Week in 2022, and the spark was immediate. “He’s fabulous,” Cher remarked at the time. The pop icon has always been candid about their age gap, even joking about it on The Kelly Clarkson Show in 2022: “On paper, it’s kind of ridiculous. But in real life, we get along great.”
Edwards, a music executive with stints at Universal Music Group and Sony Music Publishing, brings his own impressive credentials to the table. But what seems to matter most to Cher is the chemistry they share. “He’s very kind, very smart, he’s very talented, and he’s really funny. And I think he’s quite handsome,” she said.
Their connection isn’t just skin-deep. Cher has spoken about their dynamic in interviews, emphasizing that their bond is fun and easy. In a November conversation with Gayle King on CBS Mornings, she said, “Nobody knows what goes on between us, we just have a blast.” When asked about the age gap, Cher was characteristically unfazed: “He says, ‘You know, you get older but your spirit is younger.’”
Why the Age Gap Conversation Persists
Celebrity relationships with significant age differences have always attracted public curiosity—and sometimes criticism. Cher and Edwards’ 40-year gap is no exception. But what makes their story stand out is how little it seems to matter to them. “I just love him. I think he’s beautiful,” Cher told King. For Cher, the presence of AE’s young son from a previous relationship is just a “bonus.” As she quipped, “I used to say, God, give me a toddler and a man.”
For Edwards, his past relationships have been public too. Before dating Cher, he spent three years with model Amber Rose, with whom he shares a son. That relationship ended amid allegations of infidelity, which Edwards admitted to. But for Cher, the focus is on their present and future, not the past.
The Enduring Allure of Cher
At 79, Cher remains an icon—unapologetically herself, unwilling to conform to anyone’s expectations but her own. Her career is still in full swing, and her personal life, while often scrutinized, is lived on her terms. The age gap in her relationship might make headlines, but it’s just one small part of a much larger story: the story of a woman who refuses to let age, rumor, or convention define her.
Cher’s story is also rooted in heritage. Born Cherilyn Sarkisian, she has Armenian ancestry on her father’s side—something she has acknowledged with pride throughout her life, often supporting Armenian causes and speaking out on issues close to the community.
As Cher herself once sang, “If I could turn back time…” But perhaps the real lesson is that she doesn’t need to. She’s living proof that age is just a number, and love, in all its forms, is ageless.
Cher’s journey challenges us to reconsider what really matters in love and life. In a world obsessed with numbers—years, headlines, social media followers—she reminds us that spirit, connection, and authenticity are timeless. The facts are clear: Cher is 79, thriving, and still rewriting the rules of what it means to be a superstar and a partner.