Cher will marry her boyfriend “AE” Edwards, 40 years her junior
The couple, who met in 2022 at Fashion Week, are reportedly planning to marry after the singer's 80th birthday in May 2026
Iconic singer Cher, 79, is reportedly ready to walk down the aisle for the third time. According to recent reports from Page Six and other international media outlets, the "Goddess of Pop" plans to marry her boyfriend, music executive Alexander "AE" Edwards, 39, thus solidifying a relationship that has captured media attention since its inception. Sources close to the couple revealed to the American media outlet that the four-decade age difference is not an obstacle for the "Believe" singer. In fact, sources close to the singer assure that she doesn't mind the generation gap and indicated that both are ready to formally commit. The artist sees her upcoming 80th birthday celebration, which will take place in May 2026, as the perfect moment to celebrate her love in style. Since the beginning of their relationship, the couple has faced public criticism, which Cher has dismissed with her characteristic candor. In recent interviews, the Oscar winner has defended her relationship with Edwards. “Nobody knows what goes on between us, but we just have a lot of fun. He’s beautiful, talented, and one of the smartest people I’ve ever met,” the singer said. If the wedding takes place, this would be the third marriage for the superstar, who was previously married to Sonny Bono (1964-1975) and Gregg Allman (1975-1979). A whirlwind romance at Fashion Week. The love story between the superstar and the producer began unexpectedly during Paris Fashion Week in September 2022. What started as a chance encounter at a haute couture event quickly transformed into a media frenzy when they were photographed holding hands in Los Angeles a few months later. From the beginning, Cher has been the first to defend the relationship in the face of public scrutiny. In various interviews, she has humorously admitted that, although "on paper the relationship seems ridiculous," in real life they have undeniable chemistry. "He's fabulous, kind, intelligent, and very talented."the singer confessed on The Kelly Clarkson Show.

