Having Cher as a Mother-in-law is a nightmare - Marieangela King

Encountering your partner's mother for the first time is a significant moment for anyone. However, for British model and singer Marieangela King, the initial meeting with her now mother-in-law was an overwhelmingly intimidating experience.

Their paths crossed when Marieangela met Elijah on a blind date outside Cologne Cathedral during her Christmas visit to Germany. The date went well, leading to subsequent meetings. Eventually, Elijah invited Marieangela to join his family on Christmas Day, dropping a bombshell: his mother was none other than global icon and pop sensation, Cher.

Recalling the encounter, Marieangela describes feeling extremely nervous, exacerbated by her forgetfulness of essential items like her hairbrush and makeup. Meeting the glamorous Cher added to her anxiety. However, she found Cher to be lovely and somewhat reserved, despite her global fame. Cher even presented Marieangela with a handmade scarf as a gift, leaving a positive impression.

Fast forward twelve years from that fateful Christmas meeting, and relations between Marieangela and Cher have soured significantly. They found themselves entangled in a contentious court battle after Cher sought a conservatorship order for her 47-year-old son, Elijah, alleging drug addiction and mental health issues.

Marieangela vehemently denied these claims, asserting that she always acted in Elijah's best interests.

Despite the court's dismissal of Cher's application, the ordeal left Marieangela emotionally drained. She reflects on the tumultuous journey, expressing relief at the court's decision and emphasizing her and Elijah's desire for freedom and happiness.

Marieangela's relationship with Cher has seen its highs and lows. Despite sharing common interests and bonding over shared activities, tensions escalated during the pandemic, leading to strained relations. Marieangela recounts instances where she felt ostracized and unwelcome in Cher's home.

Following Elijah's struggles with addiction and subsequent interventions, including his alleged 'abduction' to a treatment center, the couple faced further challenges. Marieangela highlights the strain imposed by Cher's actions, including the unexpected divorce papers she received, which she believed were orchestrated by Cher.

Despite the hardships, Marieangela remains committed to her marriage and hopeful for the future. She emphasizes her belief in love's power to overcome obstacles, expressing gratitude for Elijah's decision to dismiss the divorce proceedings.

As for Cher, while Marieangela harbors hopes for reconciliation, she underscores the need for healthy boundaries and acknowledges the complexities of their relationship. Reflecting on the ordeal, she asserts her right to an apology but remains optimistic about the prospect of peace in the future.