A viral rumor circulated in July 2026, suggesting a public exchange between singer Cher and White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. The story claimed Leavitt had labeled Cher “irrelevant” and “outdated,” prompting a sharp retort from the iconic entertainer.
However, this narrative has been debunked. No credible reports or news outlets have documented such an interaction. The alleged quotes originated from an article published on a website that displayed characteristics of AI-generated content and indicated its owners were based in Vietnam. This incident is part of a pattern of fabricated stories, often featuring celebrities and political figures, that are spread primarily for advertising revenue.
Cher has been a vocal critic of the Trump administration, but the specific claim of a verbal spat with Leavitt, including Cher’s purported closing remark, “Sweetheart, take a seat,” is unfounded. Investigations into various news sources and search engines yielded no evidence to support the story. Similarly, statements attributed to Leavitt regarding Cher’s relevance were also fabricated. The factual inaccuracies within the meme, such as the number of congressional races Leavitt lost and her tenure in the White House, further undermine the story’s credibility.
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