Cher is an American singer and actress whose career began in the 1960s and has spanned multiple decades, making her one of the best-known figures in popular music. Originating in the United States, she initially gained prominence as part of the folk-pop duo Sonny & Cher before establishing a solo career. Cher’s work has encompassed a wide range of styles, including pop, rock, disco, and dance music, and she has been noted for her distinctive contralto voice, bold fashion and stage personas, and frequent reinvention across musical trends. Her recordings and performances often blend mainstream pop sensibilities with theatrical presentation, and she has achieved commercial success and cultural visibility across both music and film from the 1960s onward.