Chaz Bono, Cher’s son, actor and activist, has officially said “I do,” marrying longtime love Shara Blue Mathes in a glamorous Hollywood ceremony.
The couple, whose romance began with a teenage spark and blossomed decades later, celebrated their union surrounded by family and friends, with Cher proudly watching her son enter this new chapter of his life.
From teenage sparks to lifelong commitment
Chaz Bono and Shara Blue Mathes first crossed paths as teenagers at the Lee Strasberg Theater & Film Institute.
To Chaz, Shara wasn’t just a classmate.
She was the very first girl he ever kissed.
Although life took them in different directions, that youthful spark lingered like a memory waiting to be rekindled.
Reconnecting after years apart
Decades later, fate brought them together again.
In January 2017, Chaz and Shara reconnected and began dating, building a relationship rooted in shared history and newfound maturity.
Over the years, they celebrated milestones together, including anniversaries and Shara’s journey through breast cancer, with Chaz standing by her side with unwavering support.
Strength through challenges
Shara, a mother to her son Cooper, faced breast cancer with resilience and dignity.
Chaz often praised her strength in public, calling her his “amazing woman” and expressing gratitude for their life together.
Their bond deepened through these challenges, proving that their love was not just romantic, but deeply supportive.
A Hollywood Glam Wedding
On March 8, 2026, their decades-long connection culminated in a glamorous wedding at The Hollywood Roosevelt hotel in Los Angeles.
The ceremony, themed “Hollywood Glam Formal”, was attended by family and friends – including Cher, who proudly watched from the front row.
Chaz wore a black and white tuxedo with a purple calla lily boutonnière, while Shara stunned in a lace gown.
The aisle glowed with red candles and moody floral arrangements, setting the scene for a romantic dip at the end of their vows.
A honeymoon and a new chapter
The couple are now heading to Hawaii for their honeymoon, beginning a new chapter together after a journey that spanned more than 40 years, from teenage sweethearts to soul mates who found their way back to each other.
