Sonny Bono
American entertainer, musician and politician (1935–1998) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Sonny Bono (February 16, 1935 – January 5, 1998) was a recording artist, a producer, singer-songwriter, actor and politician. He was married to Cher between 1964 and 1975, during which time they formed the duo Sonny & Cher. Together, they had numerous hit records and singles. They had several children, including Chastity Bono (who would later be renamed Chaz Bono). Sonny was killed in a skiing accident.
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Sonny Bono | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from California's 44th district | |
In office January 3, 1995 – January 5, 1998 | |
Preceded by | Al McCandless |
Succeeded by | Mary Bono |
16th Mayor of Palm Springs | |
In office April 1988 – April 1992 | |
Preceded by | Frank Bogert |
Succeeded by | Lloyd Maryanov |
Personal details | |
Born | Salvatore Phillip Bono (1935-02-16)February 16, 1935 Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
Died | January 5, 1998(1998-01-05) (aged 62) Stateline, Nevada, U.S. |
Cause of death | Skiing accident |
Resting place | Desert Memorial Park |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse(s) | Donna Rankin (m. 1954; div. 1962) Susie Coelho (m. 1983; div. 1984) Mary Whitaker (m. 1986) |
Children | 4, including Chaz |
Musical career | |
Genres | Pop Rock |
Instruments | Vocals |
Years active | 1963–1995 |
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