Singer Cher, 78, recently appeared in public with her 38-year-old fiance and his 5-year-old son, sparking a new wave of online comments about their age difference. Interestingly, the reactions to the photo were noticeably different between the sexes. Women expressed more positive feelings towards the couple, while men were more critical.
Comments ranged from comparing Cher to a grandmother with a grandchild and great-grandchild to doubts about the longevity of the relationship and speculation about the groom’s potential interest in Cher’s wealth. These reactions often examined the relationship in terms of age and a perceived imbalance of power or motivation.
Female netizens, on the other hand, expressed a more favorable opinion. Many praised Cher’s appearance, emphasizing how much younger she looks compared to her biological age, calling her “divine” and someone who “doesn’t age.”
Among the varied reactions, some commentators attempted to offer nuanced perspectives. Theories about the couple’s connection included that the groom was in love with Cher’s talent and charisma, and that Cher was too smart to give away her wealth. These comments suggested that the relationship might be based on affection and mutual admiration, rather than purely transactional motives.
Cher’s public appearance with her young fiancé and stepson ultimately sparked a new debate about relationships between people of different ages, revealing different points of view, especially on the basis of gender.
