Tue Nov 19 00:18:03 UTC 2024: ## Cher Reveals Sonny Bono Romance Wasn’t Love at First Sight
**Chandigarh, India** – In a forthcoming interview on CBS Sunday Morning, music icon Cher revealed that her relationship with the late Sonny Bono was far from a fairytale start. Speaking with host Anthony Mason, Cher described their initial meeting in 1962, recalling Bono’s stylish attire – a mohair suit, mustard shirt, white collar, and what she called “Cuban boots” – and the immediate impact he had on her. “It was like when Tony met Maria,” Cher stated, referring to the iconic couple in *West Side Story*. However, she confessed that Bono initially wasn’t attracted to her, stating, “He didn’t like me. It wasn’t love at first sight.”
Despite Bono’s initial lack of romantic interest, their connection developed after Cher, then 16, accepted his offer to live with him as a housekeeper. She humorously recounted Bono’s admission that he didn’t find her attractive, a revelation that left her with mixed emotions. Their 11-year age gap, she explained, wasn’t problematic due to Bono’s playful nature and her own uncomplicated expectations. She contrasted her approach with that of other women who pursued Bono, highlighting their desire for a more mature partner. Cher fondly recalled shared moments of simple joy, such as spending a day watercolor painting, experiences she believed were less appealing to others vying for Bono’s attention. The interview promises to offer a candid and intimate glimpse into the early stages of this legendary relationship.
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