Washington [US], Singer Cher has expressed her unwavering support for her boyfriend Alexander 'AE' Edwards after he was involved in a physical altercation with rapper Travis Scott at a Cannes party late last month.

The incident happened at nightclub owner Richie Akiva's 'The After' party amid the Cannes Film Festival, as confirmed by People magazine.

In her first public statement regarding the controversy, Cher took to the social media platform X to express her feelings.

He highlighted his solidarity with Edwards despite the confrontation, writing, "I'm proud of Alexander."

Addressing the controversy directly, Cher insisted that Edwards did not start the fight, saying, "She didn't start a fight against 2 men, ... she finished it, she's got to love her .,

This statement shows his unwavering support towards his partner in case of dispute.

The altercation, which was captured on film by a bystander, reportedly occurred while Edwards' friends Tyga and Travis Scott were both on stage behind a DJ booth.

According to People magazine, footage from the night shows Scott and Edwards exchanging punches near the booth, although the exact cause of the altercation is unclear.

Notably, Scott and Tyga both have ties to Kylie Jenner, with Scott being the father of her two children and Tyga having previously dated her.

Despite the incident, Cher stood by Edwards and publicly reaffirmed her support for him.Edwards herself has acknowledged Cher's support, confirming that she stands by her following the viral controversy.

In an interview with TMZ, he referenced the lyrics of a song by Future and Metro Boomin to highlight their unity, saying, "Like Future says, 'Whoever I'm with, my friend is with him too. "

Cher and Edwards' relationship, which began in late 2022, has defied expectations and garnered attention for its unconventional start.

Despite initial skepticism, Cher has spoken openly about her affection for Edwards, and has emphasized the happiness and satisfaction he brings to her life.