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Photos Of Cher's Over-The-Top Style Through The Years

The music icon and frequent Bob Mackie collaborator has never been one to shy away from a risqué outfit.

If there’s one thing Cher is not, it’s subtle. And we mean that in more ways than one.

Take her Twitter presence, for example. For the past few years, the performer has used the social media platform to speak out on everything from technology to politics, and, of course, her disapproval of President Donald Trump and his actions. And she doesn’t hold back.

That same unabashed, brazen attitude has always been part of Cher’s brand, perhaps most notably in her style. The Oscar winner and longtime Bob Mackie collaborator has never been one to shy away from a risqué outfit, be it a sheer dress, a midriff-baring top or a massive headdress. And she’s worn plenty throughout her decadeslong career.

As she’s said herself, “Until you’re ready to look foolish, you’ll never have the possibility of being great.”

Cher has been a source of style inspiration for celebrities like Katy Perry, Kacey Musgraves and Kim Kardashian, the last of which has emulated the icon’s look on multiple occasions. There’s no denying that people will continue to look to the star’s style for years to come.

On May 20, the living legend turns 73. To celebrate, we’re taking a moment to turn back time and look at Cher’s ever-changing-but-always-bold style through the years. Take a look below:

1966
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Cher in a still from the movie "Good Times."
1971
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Cher poses for a portrait wearing an ornate costume.
1972
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Promotional portrait of Cher for the "The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour."
Circa 1972
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Cher poses for a portrait circa 1972.
1972
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Promotional portrait of Cher for "The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour."
1972
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Promotional portrait of Cher for "The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour."
1972
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Promotional portrait of Cher for "The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour."
1972
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Promotional portrait of Cher for "The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour."
1972
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Promotional portrait of Cher for "The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour."
1972
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Promotional portrait of Cher for "The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour."
1972
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Cher performs onstage.
1973
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Cher and Sonny Bono at the Academy Awards in Los Angeles.
1973
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Sonny Bono and Cher perform on "The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour."
1973
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Sonny and Cher with Chaz Bono.
1973
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Promotional portrait of Cher for "The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour."
Circa 1973
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Cher onstage in Canada.
Circa 1974
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Cher performs onstage.
Circa 1974
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Cher performing onstage.
1974
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Cher performs as ringmaster at the opening day of the Ringling Brothers Circus in Inglewood, California.
1974
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Cher on "The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour."
1974
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Cher performs while sitting in a wicker chair in Los Angeles.
Circa 1974
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Cher at the first Met Gala.
1974
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Cher attends the Grammy awards in Los Angeles.
Circa 1975
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Cher and Elton John pose for a portrait backstage at an awards show.
1975
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Cher performs onstage.
1974
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Cher poses backstage during the 46th Academy Awards in Los Angeles.
Circa 1974
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Cher at an event.
1978
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Cher poses for a fashion session in a Bob Mackie creation in Los Angeles.
1978
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Cher poses for a fashion session in a Bob Mackie creation in Los Angeles.
1978
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Cher poses for a fashion session in a Bob Mackie creation in Los Angeles.
1978
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Cher poses for a fashion session in a Bob Mackie creation in Los Angeles.
1978
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Cher poses for a fashion session in a Bob Mackie creation in Los Angeles.
1978
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Cher poses for a fashion session in a Bob Mackie creation in Los Angeles.
1978
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Cher poses for a fashion session in a Bob Mackie creation in Los Angeles.
1978
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Cher poses for a fashion session in a Bob Mackie creation in Los Angeles.
Circa 1979
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"Cher... and Other Fantasies" TV special.
Circa 1979
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"Cher... and Other Fantasies" TV special.
1979
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Cher attends Billboard Magazine's Disco Convention in New York City.
1981
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Cher poses for a photo session in Los Angeles.
1984
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Cher poses for a fashion session in Los Angeles.
1986
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Cher at the Academy Awards.
1987
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Cher performs live onstage.
1988
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Cher at the Century Paramount in Century City, California.
1989
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Richie Sambora and Cher during the MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles.
1989
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Cher in concert at the Sands Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
1992
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Cher performs onstage at Wembley Arena in London.
1998
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Cher at the Academy Awards in Los Angeles.
1999
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Cher during the 26th annual American Music Awards in Los Angeles.
1999
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Cher at the Brit Awards.
Circa 2000
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Cher.
Circa 2000
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Cher.
2000
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Cher during her "Do You Believe" tour in Seattle.
2002
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Cher performing at the Compaq Center in San Jose, California.
2002
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Cher at the Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas.
2005
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Cher performs part of her "Farewell... Never Can Say Goodbye Tour" in San Jose California.
2010
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Cher poses at the MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles.
2010
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Cher attends the "Burlesque" U.K. premiere in London.
2010
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Cher arrives at the premiere of "Burlesque" in Los Angeles.
2012
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Cher at the 23rd Annual GLAAD Media Awards.
2013
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Cher at the Marquee Club in New York City.
2013
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Cher departs the "Late Show with David Letterman" in New York City.
2013
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Cher performs at the Gay Pride closing night dance in New York City.
2014
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Cher performs at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.
2015
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Cher attends the "China: Through the Looking Glass" Costume Institute Benefit Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
2017
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Cher performs during her "Classic Cher" show.
2017
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The performer on her "Classic Cher" show.
2017
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The performer on her "Classic Cher" show.
2017
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The performer on her "Classic Cher" show.
2017
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Cher attends the premiere of "The Promise" in Hollywood.
2017
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Cher onstage at the 2017 Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas.
2017
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Cher onstage at the 2017 Billboard Music Awards.
2018
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The singer attends the U.K. premiere of "Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again" in London.
2019
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The singer performs on the opening night of her "Here We Go Again" tour.
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