Who Is Cher's Boyfriend? All About Alexander Edwards

Mar. 15, 2025

Alexander Edwards and Cher attend the SNL50: The Anniversary Special on February 16, 2025 in New York City.Photo:TheStewartofNY/WireImage

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Get to knowAlexander “AE” Edwards.

The music executive made headlines when he was firstphotographed holding handswithCherin November 2022.

Among the string of Twitter posts, the"Believe"superstar confirmed her relationship with Edwards when sheshared a photo of him, simply writing, “Alexander ❤️.” When asked if he was her “new man,” sheresponded with a “🥰"emoji, andto another user, she simply said,“Love doesn’t know math.”

Cherspoke about her boyfriendagain in December 2022, while appearing onTheKelly Clarkson Show. “On paper, it’s kind of ridiculous,” the singer said of their relationship. “But in real life, we get along great. He’s fabulous. And I don’t give men qualities that they don’t deserve.”

Edwards is no stranger to the spotlight or dating in the music industry. He was previously in a relationship withAmber Rosefor three years before calling it quits in August 2021, with Rose appearing toaccuse Edwards of cheating on herwithat least 12 different people. The exes share a son together.

From his family history to his musical background, here’s everything to know about Edwards.

He’s a music executive at Universal Music Group

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Edwardsworks as a music executiveatUniversal Music Group, one of three major record labels in the industry along with Sony Music and Warner Music Group. Some of the artists on its roster includePost Malone,Billie EilishandAriana Grande.

He produced music on Tyga’s record label

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In addition, Edwards is a music producer and artist who’s worked on rapperTyga’s independent labelLast Kings Records. He has a close friendship with the hip-hop artist; they’re often seen ineach other’s photosor stepping out together in L.A.

He shares a child with ex-girlfriend Amber Rose

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In March 2024, Rose appeared onThe Jason Lee Podcastand discussed Slash’s relationship with Cher.

“I’m very happy that [Alexander is] with Cher becauseit creates stabilityfor when [our] son goes over there,” she said. “It’s not all mayhem and stuff.”

Slash joined Edwards incheering Cher onwhen she was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in October 2024, and when her book,Cher: The Memoir, Part One,was released the following month, she gave him a shout-out.

He met Cher during Paris Fashion Week

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Edwards and Cher met for the first time atParis Fashion Weekin September 2022. Although they weren’t photographed together at the time, the Grammy winner posed for photos with Edwards' friend Tyga.

In September 2023, Edwards and Cherattended PFWas a full-fledged couple. The pair sat front row at the Balmain Womenswear Spring/Summer 2024 show.

He’s 40 years younger than Cher

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Cher has a history of dating men her junior, includingVal Kilmer,Tom Cruiseand Rob Camilletti in the 1980s.

In October 2023, Cher spoke to PEOPLE about finding love in her seventies.

“What I learned is thatit’s never too late,” she said. “If you wrote out all the statistics, you would go, ‘Well, this is doomed.’ But we’ve been together a year, and if it was just a year, it would’ve been worth it. I’ve had the best time.”

Cher continued, “He’s special. No matter what happens, I love being with him. He makes me laugh, and we have fun.”

He bought Cher an engagement-like ring

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Engagement rumors began swirling after Edwards bought Cher amassive diamond ring for Christmas.

“THERE R NO WORDS,” the “Believe” singer captioned an image of the ring on X.

On New Year’s Eve, Chershowed off her new blingin a photo with Edwards — but she was not wearing the diamond on her ring finger.

In February 2023, a source told PEOPLE that the couple “aren’t talking marriage” just yet.

“They are very much in love. They are exclusive and serious,” the source added. “Cher likes that he’s young. It’s exciting for her.”

He helped Cher cope with the loss of her mother

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In December 2022, Cher’s mother died at the age of 96. A music industry source later told PEOPLE that Cher’s relationship with Edwards “hashelped ease the pain of the loss.”

The source also weighed in on the engagement-like ring that Edwards bought the “Strong Enough” singer for Christmas, calling it a “nice and beautiful gift.”

A second insider said: “The ring was the perfect present to help her get through this bittersweet time.”

He has worked on music with Cher

Edwards collaborated with Cher on her first-ever holiday album,Christmas, which was released in October 2023.

“He’s a producer and a writer. He does everything, so I’m happy about that,” she toldE! News.

Cher fell in love with him via text

During aChicken Shop Datewith Amelia Dimoldenberg, Cher opened up about her first texting conversation with Edwards.

He and Cher have walked many red carpets together

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Since getting together, Cher and Edwards have attended numerous high-profile events, includingBalmain’s Paris Fashion Week show, theEqual Justice Now Awardsand the annualamfAR Galain France. The couple also walked the red carpet at theiHeartRadio Music Awards, where the “I Got You Babe” singer was honored with the icon award.

In October 2024, Edwards supported Cher at theVictoria’s Secret Fashion Showwhere sheperformed her iconic hits"Strong Enough” and “Believe.”

Edwards also joined Cher on the red carpet at theSaturday Night Live50th anniversary specialin February 2025.

source: people.com