Cher celebrates her 80th birthday amid ongoing legal and personal developments, including a contested conservatorship effort involving her son Elijah Blue Allman and a court-ordered $1 million payment in a royalties dispute with Sonny Bono's widow. Meanwhile, tributes to her legacy continue, including reflections on her early career and a viral mix-up involving SZA and a tribute to Luther Vandross at the 2026 Grammys.