Sonny Bono
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.
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 February 16, 1935 Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
| Died | January 5, 1998 (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) |
| Children | 4, including Chaz |
| Musical career | |
| Genres | Pop Rock |
| Instruments | Vocals |
| Years active | 1963–1995 |
| Associated acts | Cher Sonny & Cher |
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| Genres | Pop, rock |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, musician, songwriter, producer, actor |
| Years active | 1963–1995 |
| Associated acts | Cher, Sonny & Cher |
Film
Bono appeared in the films such as Airplane II: The Sequel (1982) and Troll (1986).
Sonny Bono Media
- SonnyCher1966.jpg
Sonny & Cher leave the Netherlands. Schiphol Airport, 1 Sept. 1966. Photo by Joop van Bilsen (ANEFO)
- Sonny-Bono.jpg
Sonny Bono in 1966 during a performance
- President Ronald Reagan and Nancy Reagan shaking hands with Sonny Bono and Mary Bono.jpg
President Ronald Reagan Nancy Reagan Shaking Hands with Sonny Bono and Mary Bono on Their Arrival Via Air Force One in Palm Springs California, 12/29/1988
- Bono, Sunny (grave).jpg
Sonny Bono's headstone at Desert Memorial Park
Other websites
- Sonny Bono on IMDb
- Hear Sonny Bono (music and interviews) on the Pop Chronicles (1969).
