Cher has shown grace in light of recent comments made by fellow actor Michael Douglas regarding her Academy Award win in 1988. The 82-year-old Hollywood veteran suggested that his ‘Fatal Attraction’ co-star, Glenn Close, should have received the Best Actress award instead of Cher, who won for her role in ‘Moonstruck’. Cher’s representative responded positively, stating that the singer holds Douglas in high regard.
Douglas’s remarks came during an episode of **The Graham Norton Show** aired on 30 October 2025, where he joined Close and other guests such as Kieran Culkin and Naomi Ackie. During a discussion punctuated by humour, Close jokingly mentioned that she was receiving an honorary Oscar at the upcoming Governors Awards in November because Academy members might finally want to alleviate their guilt after nominating her for eight Oscars without a win.
The actor expressed his thoughts regarding Close’s nominations, declaring, “She should have won with ‘Fatal Attraction’.” He highlighted that Close had been nominated for her portrayal of Alex Forrest in the 1987 psychological thriller, while Cher had won for her performance as Loretta Castorini in the romantic comedy ‘Moonstruck’. The conversation elicited laughter from the audience, with Norton noting the playful exchange about Cher’s changing hair colour.
The film ‘Fatal Attraction’, which earned critical acclaim, saw Douglas starring as Dan Gallagher, an attorney entangled in an affair with Close’s character. Despite receiving six Oscar nominations, including Best Picture and Best Director for Adrian Lyne, the film did not secure a competitive award. In contrast, Cher’s victory in 1988 was notable as she triumphed over other talented nominees, including Holly Hunter, Sally Kirkland, and Meryl Streep.
Cher’s representative reached out to *Entertainment Weekly*, making it clear that the singer has a warm affection for Douglas. “Cher adores Michael Douglas,” the spokesperson stated, underscoring that there are no hard feelings regarding the comments. The representative also confirmed that they had not yet received a response to a request made to the singer on the topic.
In the industry, Cher’s previous nominations also highlight her remarkable career, having been nominated for a Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her role in the 1983 film ‘Silkwood’. Interestingly, on the same night she won her Oscar for ‘Moonstruck’, Michael Douglas similarly won the Best Actor award for his performance in ‘Wall Street’, reinforcing their shared legacy within the industry.
As the much-anticipated Governors Awards approach, Close will finally receive the honorary Oscar that eluded her during her competitive years. Douglas’s candid remarks have sparked a conversation not only about the merits of acting performances but also about the sometimes unpredictable nature of award recognitions.
Cher’s remarkable ability to remain gracious in the face of such comments demonstrates her character and appreciation for fellow artists. Meanwhile, Douglas and Close’s contributions to cinema continue to resonate with audiences, attesting to the lasting impact of their work.
With Cher celebrating her accolades and Close finally about to receive her long-awaited recognition, the dynamics of the Hollywood awards scene remain as intriguing and complex as ever.
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