Cher has said she will support her daughter's decision to have a sex change. The singer said in a statement about Chastity Bono, henceforth to be known as Chaz: "Chaz is embarking on a difficult journey, but one that I will support. I respect the courage it takes to go through this transition in the glare of public scrutiny and although I may not understand, I will strive to be understanding. The one thing that will never change is my abiding love for my child".
Chaz's stepmother, congresswoman Mary Bono Mack, who was married to the late Sonny Bono, has also commented, saying: "Chaz has always been a loving and important part of our family who has supported us all through thick and thin. This is a very difficult decision that Chaz has fully vetted, and over the past decade, has discussed the matter thoroughly and consulted therapists and medical experts. As he moves forward, I will be there to support him and love him every step of the way".