Sonny Bono

Biography

Sonny Bono was a versatile American artist who seamlessly blended music, politics, and acting. As half of the iconic duo Sonny & Cher, he enjoyed chart-topping success with hits like "I Got You Babe." He also made a lasting impact in Palm Springs as its mayor from 1988 to 1992, before being elected to Congress as California's representative. Bono's legacy lives on through his widow, Mary, and the Sonny Bono Copyright Term Extension Act.