The Love Life of the Legendary Cher

#19: Joshua Donen, The Beginning
Her age: 38

In 1984, Cher met Joshua Donen, a young film producer with a calm confidence that drew her in. After a string of passionate, public romances, she was ready for something quieter. Joshua wasn’t part of the rock scene—he was thoughtful, creative, and had an easy sense of humor she loved.

They met through mutual friends in Hollywood and quickly became close. He treated her as an equal, not as an icon, which was refreshing. Their connection felt mature and grounded—built on long talks, shared work ambitions, and an understanding that both had already lived through a lot.