If you’ve ever wondered why Cher often chooses to date younger men, the iconic star has a pretty straightforward reason, and it actually makes a lot of sense.

During a recent appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, the 77-year-old entertainer shared her thoughts on why she prefers younger partners.

While chatting about the time she turned down Elvis, Cher admitted she’s usually “really shy” around men, especially if she’s not working with them.

Then without any prompting she added, “And the reason I go out with young men is because men my age are older — well, now they’re all dead — but before, they were always terrified to approach me. And younger men were the only ones that…”

“They’re bold,” Jennifer Hudson interrupted.

“Yeah, raised by women like me,” Cher added.

Her explanation comes following her public relationship with Alexander “AE” Edwards, who is 40 years her junior, and has captured the attention of fans and media alike.

When questioned about Edwards’ potential motives, Cher didn’t hold back and responded on X, “Let Me Explain…I DONT GIVE A [flying] FK WHAT ANYONE THINKS.”

It’s 2024, we shouldn’t have to give a reason why we choose the people we date. As long as it’s not harming anyone, let people love who they love.