Sonny Bono

Sonny Bono look-alike “”I Got You”" Costume – Famous People Costumes -This I Got You Costume is a perfect Sonny Bono look-alike costume and includes a rainbow lame shirt with gold collar and cuffs, bell bottom pants and gold belt. This Sonny Bono look-alike “”I Got You”" Costume is available in adult size standard. Makes a great Hippie Costume! The microphone, wig and mustache is not included.   $31.99 | Couple Halloween Costumes | Read more... Read Full Story

linked news.com Little-known fact: at the time of his death, Sonny Bono was a Scientologist. The former actor represented California's 44th district in the House of Representatives, and likely kept his affiliation with the Church of Scientology quiet for political reasons: he listed himself as Roman Catholic on all websites, campaign materials, and official documents. Bono and third wife Mary started attending Scientology courses at the urging of famous Scientologist Mimi Rogers ---who notably converted Tom Cruise when they were married in the 1980s. Interesting, huh? The news that he was a Scientologist still doesn't tarnish his magnificent performance in 80's classic Troll. Scientologist ... Read Full Story

Cher has sued Universal Music Group, claiming the company owes her and Sonny Bono's heirs more than $5 million. The lawsuit filed Tuesday in Santa Monica claims Cher and Bono's widow and children are owed royalties on songs that were included in recent greatest-hits compilations. The suit also states UMG has failed to provide key records that would show how much is actually owed. UMG spokesman Peter LoFrumento (Lo-FROO'-men-toe) says the lawsuit is "without merit" and the company expects to win in court. Bono and Cher were married for nearly 10 years before divorcing; their daughter Chastity stands to receive some of the royalties ... Read Full Story

On this day in 1998, Sonny Bono, Congressman and former half of the singing duo Sonny and Cher, is killed in a skiing accident. Born in 1935, Bono rose to fame in the early 1970s as the straight man to his wife in “The Sonny and Cher Show.” As a signer and songwriter he received ten gold records during his career but his biggest hit was undoubtedly 1965’s ”I Got You Babe.” He entered the political world in 1988 when he was elected mayor of Palm Springs. He was elected to Congress in 1994 as a Republican. He was 62. Read Full Story

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Cher has struggled to understand her child's decision to have a sex change operation but remains supportive and respectful of the courage it takes, the pop star said in a statement on Thursday. Formerly Chastity Bono, the 40-year-old is the child of Cher and Sonny Bono and now goes by the name Chaz Bono. Chaz has begun operations and hormone treatments to become a man. "Chaz is embarking on a difficult journey, but one that I will support," Cher, 63, said in a statement to People magazine and other celebrity media outlets. "I respect the courage it takes to go ... Read Full Story