Categories October Surprise 2016 Cher Denied Request to Have Sonny Bono’s Widow Pay Over $1 … – TMZ Post author By Mike Nova Post date July 22, 2026 Cher struck out in her attempt to have Sonny Bono’s widow, Mary Bono, pay more than $1 million in legal fees Cher racked up in their court battle over music royalties. ← Appointment at Genius Bar in Albuquerque … – Apple Community → Cher ordered to pay $1M in legal fees after Mary Bono royalties dispute