Cher has just confirmed she is officially dating 36-year-old music director Alexander Edwards, who is 40 years younger than her, after the pair were spotted holding hands while out for dinner at Craig’s, a celebrity favorite, earlier this week. Their romance is thought to be in its infancy, with reports suggesting they first met at the Rick Owens Spring 2023 show during Paris Fashion Week in September.
The 76-year-old music legend confirmed the romance by posting a photo of her new beau on her Twitter account captioned “Alexander,” followed by a red heart emoji. She responded to some of the criticism from dubious Twitter users by writing, “Love doesn’t know math, he sees [red heart emoji] [red heart emoji]although that tweet has since been deleted.
Who is Alexander ‘AE’ Edwards?
Edwards is a music producer who owns the Gloryus label and clothing line, and is also the vice president of artists and repertoire at Def Jam, having worked with Jay-Z, Mariah Carey, Rihanna and Kanye West to name a few. than them. four. People also reports that he is an artist on Tyga’s label, Last Kings Records. Before hooking up with the “Strong Enough” singer, Edwards was in a relationship with Ye’s ex-girlfriend, Amber Rose. Edwards and Rose share three-year-old son Slash together, their relationship ending in 2021 when she accused him of cheating on her with 12 women. *OMG!*
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Edwards owned it during an Instagram Live in August 2021, saying, “[Expletive] I was taken. I got caught before, you know? And she’s had enough, of course. I love him though. It’s like my best friend, the mother of my son. I also love my stepson, but…. I like women.” It’s interesting that he didn’t deny it, then added, “That’s just who I am, and that’s not how she wants to be liked.”
Fans question Edwards’ intentions on Twitter
Understandably, given Edwards’ 40-year age gap and history of infidelity, Cher’s fans were a bit concerned about the relationship, with many questioning the music manager’s intentions. featuring the “If I Could Turn Back Time” singer. One fan took to Twitter and said: “I don’t know how I feel about this. I’ve been a fan for so long that I immediately suspect his intentions towards you. WE know you’re fabulous and I’m sure that those around you will continue to support you. I want you to be happy, but not exploited!”
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Cher responds to criticism on Twitter
The “Believe” singer was quick to defend her romance on the social media platform and responded to her fans’ concerns, writing, “As we all know… I WAS NOT BORN YESTERDAY, and what I know for sure… There are no guarantees. Every time you make a choice, you take a chance. I’ve always taken risks… It’s WHO I am.”
And despite much criticism, many Cher fans have flocked to Twitter to show their support. “It’s those smiles that count!” a fan replied to Cher’s above post, along with a photo of her and Alexander. “Cher looks happy. Isn’t that what matters most?” asked another fan. “Who cares what other people think? It’s really none of your business. I haven’t cared what other people think of me my whole life. Blessings to you and Alexander,” another wrote. fan on Cher’s previous post, followed by the two hearts emoji.
“You look so happy Dear, when you’re happy, I’m happy, you deserve all the happiness in the world,” another fan added, followed by two red heart emojis and two heart face emojis. “From Amber Rose to Cher? This man is with an ICON. A lucky man,” another fan commented. “Have fun! Have fun and don’t listen to anyone’s negative opinions. What about you baby!” cried another.
Cher’s story of dating younger men
Edwards isn’t the only much younger man Cher has dated. It turns out that she really enjoys dating men much younger than her and has previously dated Val Kilmer (between 1982 and 1984) and Tom Cruise (in 1985) to name just two of the youngest lovers. more famous. .
Val Kilmer
Describing Val Kilmer, who is 13 years her junior, Cher told People in 2021: “He’s unlike anyone I’ve ever known. He’s infuriating and hysterical. Exciting and funny, and doesn’t do what other people do. I don’t know how we stayed friends, we did. We didn’t try. We were just.”
Tom Cruise
Cher started dating the Impossible mission actor in 1985, when she was 39 and Cruise was just 23, after meeting at Sean Penn and Madonna’s wedding! Wow!
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