Cher pays emotional tribute to ex-boyfriend Val Kilmer after his death

featured-image

The singer acknowledged her ex-partner's bravery during his tough battle with throat cancer Leer

he legendary singer and actress shared an emotional message in memory of her ex-boyfriend, actor , who died on Tuesday, April 1, due to complications from pneumonia. The relationship between began in the 1980s and, although their romance lasted about two years, their friendship remained throughout the decades. Through her X account, dedicated a few words to a day after his death.

she wrote. The interpreter also commented: , and praised Kilmer's acting talent, highlighting his brilliant portrayal of in the monologue , written by the actor himself. Finally, recognized bravery in his tough battle with throat cancer.



she concluded. This was the romance between Cher and Val Kilmer Cher and Val Kilmer met at one of the singer's birthday parties, and it was there that a special connection began. Cher said.

Despite the 13-year age difference between them, romance quickly blossomed and they were in a relationship between 1982 and 1984. According to the singer, it was who decided to end it. The connection between the two remained strong even after their separation.

revealed that, during his battle with throat cancer, he relied on her and spent time in her home while facing the disease, as he recounted in his memoir The tender memory Cher treasures of Val Kilmer The pop star also recalled an emotional reunion with the actor in 2020, after seeing the documentary , which focuses on the actor's life and battle with cancer. In an interview with People magazine, revealed that she wrote him a letter after seeing the film and he responded with a message full of tenderness. "I love you, I just saw Val," was the message she sent to the actor, who had undergone a tracheostomy to fight throat cancer, at the risk of losing his voice.

"He wrote me the sweetest thing," Cher recalled fondly..