Cher, born Cherilyn Sarkisian, is an acclaimed American singer and actress whose career spans six decades. She is known for her distinctive contralto singing voice and for having worked in various musical genres, including pop, rock, folk, and dance. Cher achieved significant popular and critical recognition with hit songs such as "Believe" and "If I Could Turn Back Time", and her use of auto-tune, particularly on "Believe", has had a profound influence on modern pop music. In addition to her musical contributions, she is widely recognized for her fashion sense, her successful acting career, and her status as a gay icon.