A viral Facebook post captivated the singer Cher Controversy arose after she secretly hid $1.2 million in taxes. The allegation was shared by a page called “America’s Last Line of Defense,” which said the money was tied to the 2024 presidential campaign. Kamala Harris Someone whom Cher recognized.
According to the viral claim, the New York State Department of Revenue is seeking charges for Cher’s alleged “crimes.” The post further claimed that she could face hundreds of thousands of dollars in fines and up to a year in prison.
“The 83-year-old artist owes more than $120,000 and could face hundreds of thousands in fines and up to a year in prison,” the Facebook post said.
However, claims that Cher hid $1.2 million in taxes are false, as there are no official reports charging the singer with such a crime. There has also been no progress on the charges in any court.
The viral claim appears to be a hoax, with no evidence to support the accusations against Cher.
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Cher’s latest legal victory over royalties
last year, Cher Won royalties lawsuit against the estate of her ex-husband Sonny Bono. The couple married in 1969 and formed the musical duo Sonny & Cher in the 1960s and 1970s. They have released several hit songs, including “Baby Don’t Go,” “I Got You Babe,” “But You’re Mine” and “What Now My Love”
After filing for divorce in 1974, the two signed an agreement in 1978 that entitled Cher to a 50-50 split in royalties. However, in 2016, Sonny Bono’s estate notified her that they would stop paying her royalties.
When Sonny Bono died in 1998, his widow, Mary, managed his trust. In 2016, the estate said heirs had recovered Cher’s royalties under U.S. copyright law.
Cher’s lawyers argued in court that the Copyright Act should not override the couple’s divorce agreement. In November 2025, Judge John A. Kronstadt issued a final ruling ordering the Estate to restore Cher’s 50% share of the royalties.
