Cher on gay hairdressers and Aguilera
Pop star Cher has claimed gay men have more fun.Asked by the Salzburger Nachrichten newspaper whether she is proud of being an icon for many homosexuals, the 64-year-old said today (Mon): “I got kind of a romance with all gay men since I was 12. The first homosexuals were friends of my mother. They were all hairdressers a terrible cliché, but its true!”The singer and actor added: “I thought to myself: Hey, these guys have more fun than any other men Ive ever met! I was fascinated.”The Academy Award laureate explained: “I think gay men know what its like to be outsiders. We just understand each other.”Speaking about starring alongside singer Christina Aguilera in the new musical movie “Burlesque”, Cher said: “We didnt know each other before and met at the set for the first time. I assumed she might be a bit nervous so I decided to write to her in advance. I told her: Dont worry, Im on your side. I wont let you look silly, and I wont do anything that could hurt you. Were great friends now.”