Cher Seeks Share

Wednesday March 17, 1999 12:00 AM EST

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Cher and a struggling actor who says he is a son of the late Sonny Bono are both seeking a share of the singer-turned-congressman's estate. A judge in Indio, Calif., ruled that a coroner must turn over a blood sample containing Bono's DNA so that Sean Machu, 35, can prove whether or not he is Sonny's son. Court papers show that Cher has filed a claim against Bono's $1.66 million estate, alleging that her ex-husband -- who left no last will and testament -- owed her back alimony payments.