Hometown Heroes: Newcastle pop icon Cheryl through the years
We take a look back at iconic moments throughout the pop star’s career.
Newcastle-born Cheryl became a pop sensation as part of the group Girls Aloud after successfully securing a place in the band and achieving a number one hit in 2002 as part of TV music competition show, Popstars: The Rivals.
From that moment, Cheryl became the most successful member of the group, embarking on a great solo career in both music and television.
Most recently, Cheryl announced that she will make her theatre debut in the role of Jenny in theatre production 2:22 A Ghost Story.
Here, we take a look back at Cheryl’s greatest moments through the years.
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. Photo: Getty Images
2. Girls Aloud on tour
Girls Aloud embarked on their first tour in 2005. Photo: Getty Images
3. Girls Aloud go Barbie
Girls Aloud release their own lookalike Barbie dolls.
4. Cheryl at the World Cup
Cheryl supports her former husband Ashley Cole, alongside Victoria Beckham at the FIFA World Cup in 2006. Photo: Getty Images