Cher, the iconic diva known for her unfiltered opinions, didn’t hold back when she crossed paths with Meghan Markle at a recent charity event.
The pop sensation, currently embroiled in a legal battle over her son’s custody, made it clear that they were as different as night and day.
People magazine reported that Cher criticized Meghan, stating that her understanding of genuine problems is about as deep as a puddle.
The encounter took place at a glamorous gala for the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, where both women were honored guests.
Although they had never met before, Cher was well aware of Meghan’s headline-grabbing interview with Oprah Winfrey.
In that shocking spectacle, Meghan and Harry made accusations against the royal family, including claims of racism, lack of support, and isolation.
Cher, however, is no stranger to life’s adversities.
She has navigated through divorces, financial setbacks, and the tragic loss of her former husband, Sonny Bono.
On top of these tribulations, her son Elijah, born from her union with the late rocker Greg Allman, has been battling severe mental health and substance abuse issues for years.
On December 27th, Cher filed for conservatorship over Elijah’s finances, citing his incapacity to manage his own affairs and the negative influence of his estranged wife on his path to recovery.
As a fierce advocate for her son’s well-being, Cher was furious when she heard of Meghan’s audacious comparison of her struggles to those of Princess Diana.
Meghan claimed that she had contemplated suicide during her pregnancy with Archie but had been denied help by the palace.
In front of a captivated audience, Cher unleashed a scathing verbal assault that shook Meghan to her core.
“You don’t know what real problems are,” Cher snapped.
“You have everything you ever wanted, and you tossed it aside for what?
Fame, money, attention?
You’re nothing like Diana, and you’re nothing like me.
You’re a spoiled, self-centered, and ungrateful woman who doesn’t deserve Harry or Archie.”
Meghan, momentarily stunned by Cher’s unexpected attack, tried to defend herself, but Cher wasn’t interested in hearing excuses.
She insisted that Meghan should feel ashamed for her baseless accusations against the royal family and for causing pain to both Harry and Queen Elizabeth, his grandmother.
Cher went further, advising Meghan to prioritize her family and her son instead of seeking public sympathy.
“You have a son who needs you, and you’re wasting your time on this nonsense,” Cher declared.
“You should be grateful for having a healthy and happy child.
Unlike me, my son is fighting for his life, and I don’t know if he’ll survive.
You don’t understand what that’s like, and I hope you never do.
Count your blessings and stop complaining about insignificant matters.”
With that, Cher left Meghan standing there, utterly speechless and in tears.
The incident caused a stir at the event and quickly made headlines worldwide.
While some praised Cher for her candor and refusal to sugarcoat the truth, others criticized her for being tactless and insensitive to Meghan’s situation.
According to documents filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, obtained by People, the 77-year-old singer and actress aims to become the sole conservator of her son’s estate.
She asserts that he is substantially incapable of managing his financial resources.