In a turn of events, singer Cher has chosen to stay in the United States despite previously claiming she would leave if Donald Trump won the presidential election again.
Cher has retracted her decision to leave the U.S., opting to stay due to personal commitments and family considerations, Mail Online reported.
Infamous for her vibrant personality and equally bold statements, Cher once vowed to leave the country if Donald Trump, whom she strongly opposes, was re-elected. This declaration was made during an intense conversation with The Guardian last October where she mentioned, "I almost got an ulcer the last time,' adding, 'If he gets in, who knows? This time I will leave."
However, Cher's circumstances have shifted significantly over the past two years. In November 2022, she publicly confirmed her relationship with 38-year-old music executive Alexander 'AE' Edwards via Twitter, marking a new chapter in her personal life. Her decision to stay in the United States reflects her new priorities, shaped by her relationship with Edwards and his young son from a previous relationship with Amber Rose.
Cher and Edwards's relationship blossomed publicly over the years, even amidst rumors of a split in May 2023 which were subsequently dispelled when the couple appeared together in September 2023. Their bond has grown strong, with Cher openly dismissing concerns over their age difference in interviews, stating, "Well, on paper it's kind of ridiculous, but in real life, we get along great. He's fabulous, and I don't give men qualities that they don't deserve."
Cher and Edwards deepened their commitments as they undertook collaborative projects, including creating an album together, intertwining their professional and personal lives. This collaboration has strongly influenced her decision to remain in the U.S., as they share family ties and their children are based here.
An insider told DailyMail.com, "She did intend to leave the United States if Donald Trump got elected, but things are different now than they were one year ago. She gave that interview before she was so committed."
Despite her political discontent, sources close to Cher suggest that she understands leaving the country will not resolve the issues at hand. "She's infuriated by the outcome, but she also knows that running will not solve anything," a source remarked following the election results.
Her political activism and blunt discourse on such subjects contrast sharply with her deep familial engagements. In the past, Cher pursued legal proceedings concerning a conservatorship for her son Elijah Blue Allman, which she later withdrew, and she continues to support her children actively, including attending her son Chaz Bono's film premiere last month.
Cher has threatened to relocate before. In 2015, she jokingly remarked that she would move to Jupiter if Trump were elected—a comment made in jest. Her flair for dramatic statements often intrigues fans and media alike, underscoring her vibrant character.
These bold declarations align with her strong emotional reactions to political developments, revealing a personal struggle with the political climate that affects her deeply.
Cher's decision to stay in the U.S. underscores her shift from a potential flight response to a determined choice to face challenges head-on, backed by personal relationships and family commitments. She demonstrates her evolving approach to handling personal and national crises, balancing her iconic career with an equally headline-grabbing personal life.
She no longer contemplates a life outside her home country due to political dissatisfaction. Now, she stays grounded, finding stronger reasons in her personal ties that outweigh the political turmoil she once feared.
