Cher recently shared a surprising revelation on The Howard Stern Show: Val Kilmer is the only celebrity who ever broke up with her. The iconic singer and actress offered rare insights into her personal life, reflecting on her past relationships and her time with the acclaimed actor.
The romance between Cher and Kilmer began in 1982 and lasted until 1984, during a period when both stars were at the height of their careers. Their 13-year age difference—Cher was in her late 30s while Kilmer was in his mid-20s—sparked significant public attention.
Speaking candidly about their split, Cher attributed the breakup to Kilmer’s youth and relative inexperience. “He was really young,” she noted, suggesting that the gap in life stages played a role in his decision to end the relationship.
Cher’s Take on Her Relationships
During the interview, Howard Stern boldly asked Cher whether her iconic status leads her partners to expect “fabulous sex.” True to her witty and confident nature, Cher quipped, “Yes, and they get it.” Reflecting on her past relationships, she added, “Few men, few men [would leave me]. I was madly in love with Val Kilmer, and he left.”
How They Met
Despite their eventual breakup, Cher has spoken fondly of Kilmer over the years. In a 2021 interview, she reminisced about how they first met at a birthday party organized for her in the early 1980s. The party’s host had invited Kilmer, thinking he might hit it off with either Cher or another guest.
“I met him at a birthday party my friend was having for me. She said, ‘I invited this guy, and I think either you or my friend who’s an editor will like him,’” Cher recalled. Their bond began as a friendship, built on shared humor. “We became friends because we laughed at the same things constantly. He would sleep over, and it was just a friendship [at first]. That took a long time. Well, I guess not really a long time.”
Cher’s Warm Memories
Though their romance was brief, Cher has consistently spoken warmly about Kilmer, emphasizing their shared connection and the joy they brought to each other’s lives. Their relationship, while marked by challenges, remains a notable chapter in the lives of two legendary entertainers.
