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!
5. Girls Aloud attend the premiere of St Trinian's
Girls Aloud made their first movie cameo in the teen movie St Trinian’s in 2007. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
6. Girls Aloud win their first BRIT
Girls Aloud win their first ever BRIT for Best Single in 2009. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
7. Cheryl climbs Mount Kilimanjaro
Cheryl returns to the UK after climbing Mount Kilimanjaro for Comic Relief | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
8. Cheryl goes solo
Cheryl embarks on a solo career, releasing her first single Fight For This Love in 2009. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images