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!
9. Cheryl releases first book
Cheryl releases her first book, Through My Eyes in 2010. She went on to release My Story in 2012. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
10. Cheryl’s waxwork is unveiled
Cheryl gets her own wax figure at Madame Tussauds | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
11. Cheryl returns to The X Factor
Cheryl returned as a judge on The X Factor, after previously being an The X Factor judge from 2008 until 2010. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
12. Cheryl and L’Oreal partnership
Cheryl becomes L’Oreal ambassador early in her career, and struts the catwalk in 2019. | AFP via Getty Images