Newcastle-born Cheryl was born to be a superstar.
After appearing on Popstars: The Rivals at only 19-years-old, to her incredible music career with Girls Aloud and as a solo artist, to becoming a TV judge before eventually turning her talents to the theatre industry - we want to celebrate the multi-talented star and her achievements on her 40th birthday.
Take a look at our gallery of Cheryl’s biggest moments in her career so far.
Happy 40th birthday Cheryl!
1. The beginning of Girls Aloud
Cheryl embarked on a succesful pop career with Girls Aloud. Here they are winning an award for Best Single for Sound of the Underground in 2003. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
2. Girls Aloud on tour
Girls Aloud embarked on their first tour in 2005. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
3. Girls Aloud go Barbie
Girls Aloud release their own lookalike Barbie dolls. | Getty Images
4. Cheryl at the World Cup
Cheryl supports her former husband Ashley Cole, alongside Victoria Beckham at the FIFA World Cup in 2006. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images