The Sonny & Cher Show

The Sonny & Cher Show (1976-1977)

EndedVariety showComedy

In February 1976, the bitterness of their divorce behind them, the couple reunited for one last try with The Sonny & Cher Show. This incarnation of the series was produced by veteran musical variety-show writers, Frank Peppiatt and John Aylesworth. It was basically the same as their first variety series but with different writers to create new sketches and songs. The duo's opening conversations were markedly more subdued and made humbled references to the couple's divorce and Cher's subsequent marriage to Gregg Allman (during production Cher was pregnant with and eventually bore Allman's son, Elijah). (Some jokes would get awkward. In one opening segment Cher gave Sonny a compliment and Sonny jokingly replied "That's not what you said in the courtroom.") Despite these complications, the revived series garnered enough ratings to be renewed for a second season, finally ending its run in 1977. (By this time, the variety show genre was already in steep decline, and Sonny & Cher was one of the few successful programs of the genre remaining on the air at the time.)

Some of the guests who appeared on The Sonny & Cher Show included Frankie Avalon, Muhammad Ali, Raymond Burr, Ruth Buzzi, Charo, Barbara Eden, Neil Sedaka, Farrah Fawcett, Bob Hope, Don Knotts,Jerry Lewis, Tony Orlando, The Osmonds, Debbie Reynolds, The Smothers Brothers, Tina Turner, Twiggy, and Betty White.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 20:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E23Show 34Aug 29, 1977
S02E22Show 33Mar 11, 1977
S02E21Show 32Mar 4, 1977
S02E20Show 31Feb 25, 1977
S02E19Show 30Feb 18, 1977
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What year did 'The Sonny & Cher Show' premiere?

'The Sonny & Cher Show' premiered in 1976.

Who were the hosts of 'The Sonny & Cher Show'?

The hosts of 'The Sonny & Cher Show' were Sonny Bono and Cher.

What was the format of 'The Sonny & Cher Show'?

'The Sonny & Cher Show' was a variety show with music, comedy, and skits.

Was 'The Sonny & Cher Show' recorded in front of a live audience?

Yes, 'The Sonny & Cher Show' was recorded in front of a live audience.

Did Sonny & Cher perform together on 'The Sonny & Cher Show'?

Yes, Sonny & Cher performed together on 'The Sonny & Cher Show'.

Who was the musical director of 'The Sonny & Cher Show'?

Billy Strange was the musical director of 'The Sonny & Cher Show'.

What celebrities made guest appearances on 'The Sonny & Cher Show'?

Guests on 'The Sonny & Cher Show' included Elton John, Jerry Lewis, and Farrah Fawcett, among others.

What was the name of the show's comedy sketch featuring a dysfunctional family?

The comedy sketch featuring a dysfunctional family was called "The Family".

Did 'The Sonny & Cher Show' have a regular cast of performers?

Yes, 'The Sonny & Cher Show' had a regular cast of performers.

What was the name of the character played by Murray Langston on 'The Sonny & Cher Show'?

The character played by Murray Langston on 'The Sonny & Cher Show' was called "The Unknown Comic".

Did 'The Sonny & Cher Show' have any spin-offs?

Yes, the show spawned a spin-off called 'The Sonny Comedy Revue'.

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