Chaz Bono， son of music icon Cher and the late Sonny Bono， married longtime partner Shara Blue Mathes on Sunday， March 8. The ceremony took place at The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel in Los Angeles. The couple， who first met as teenagers over four decades ago， reconnected and began dating in January 2017. Cher attended the wedding to celebrate her son.
A Romance Decades in the Making
The couple’s relationship has a unique history spanning more than 40 years. They initially met as teens at the Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute. After losing touch， they rekindled their connection three years ago. Chaz Bono noted the rarity of their story， telling People magazine that not many grooms ultimately marry the first girl they ever kissed so many years later.
Family Celebrates a Milestone Moment
The wedding marks a significant personal milestone for Chaz Bono， a well-known advocate and public figure. His mother， superstar Cher， was present for the celebration. The event underscores a period of family celebration， following years of public support from Cher for her son’s journey and personal happiness.
