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Scottish Sun
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
What Cheryl's big comeback teaches us all about failure & rejection
Read on as Zara Janjua discussed Cheryl Tweedy's return to a judging panel, THAT Rachel Reeves moment and Lidl's 'Oasis' edit ZARA JANJUA What Cheryl's big comeback teaches us all about failure & rejection IT'S been five years, a toddler and the tragic death of her former partner, and now Cheryl Tweedy is dusting off her combat boots for another go at showbiz – this time as a mentor on The Voice. There is, of course, a delicious symmetry to Cheryl returning to a judging panel, given her own history of being judged — sometimes by the nation, often by Simon Cowell, and once by an actual judge after assaulting a nightclub toilet attendant. 2 After five years, Cheryl is dusting off her combat boots for another go at showbiz Credit: Getty 2 The Scottish Sun's columnist Zara Janjua has her say Credit: The Sun Yes, back in 2003, the artist formerly — and currently — known as Cheryl Tweedy found herself in the headlines for all the wrong reasons. But what is a comeback if not a dish best served with a side of public amnesia? From toilet scuffles to military jackets to divorces, Cheryl's career has been a carousel of reinvention. One minute she's flying high in Girls Aloud, the next she's being unceremoniously ejected from X Factor USA because Americans apparently couldn't decipher a Geordie accent. If there's one thing Cheryl's taught us, it's this: to have a good comeback story, a door needs to slam spectacularly shut somewhere first. And as far as rejection stories go, Nadiya Hussain is in the thick of it. Queen of Cakes. Duchess of Dough. Empress of 'no soggy bottoms on my watch'. She is, by any metric, the most successful Great British Bake Off winner in history. A ten-year media career. Multiple cookery series. Best-selling cookbooks. Children's books. Memoirs. A woman who baked the actual Queen's 90th birthday cake. And a net worth of £5million. So, you can imagine her surprise when her BBC show was popped to back of the Tupperware drawer, her decade-long series coming to a bitter end. COST OF BEING A STRONG WOMAN ANYONE who's ever had to work through tears knows how brutal it is. I once did a live broadcast moments after a blazing row with a colleague – hiding in a disabled loo, sobbing down the phone to my mum, praying I'd cried it all out. Chancellor Rachel Reeves didn't get that luxury. She cried – visibly, painfully – throughout PMQs while Kemi Badenoch pounced and Keir Starmer failed to guarantee her future. Whatever sparked it – pressure, personal turmoil or a reported bust-up with Speaker Lindsay Hoyle – it was a rare public unravelling. But behind the scenes, this isn't rare at all. One in five women leave work during menopause, often because they feel they can't cope – and can't be seen not coping. We expect women in power to be composed, unshakable and relentlessly strong. And when they show cracks, we call it crisis. But maybe what we're witnessing is simply the unseen cost of being 'the strong woman' in politics. And what followed was the well-meaning but tone-deaf chorus of: 'But Nadiya . . . shouldn't you just be grateful?' Grateful. The double-edged sword handed to every woman of colour who dares step into the mainstream. Because gratitude, we are told, should be worn like a cosy cashmere shrug. Until, of course, it starts to feel like a straightjacket. In a blisteringly honest video, Nadiya laid it out: 'Gratitude shouldn't be a muzzle.' And honestly? Amen and Salam, sister. As a woman from an immigrant family myself, that hit deep. I've spent years saying thank you for every gig, every opportunity, every crumb dropped from the banquet table of broadcasting. Not because I'm not deserving, but because we are raised to believe that being allowed in the room is a privilege. Even when the door hits you on the way out. I was made redundant and dumped in the same week — by a man who, mere months earlier, was shopping for engagement rings. There is no rock bottom like one that arrives with a P45 and a 'We need to talk . . .' LIDL'S BUDGET 'OASIS' EDIT WHILE Ticketmaster risks lawsuits for selling overpriced Oasis tickets, it's Lidl that deserves to be dragged to The Hague – for war crimes against fashion. The bargain chain has unleashed a Liam Gallagher-inspired parka in Lidl's distinctive highlighter yellow, blue and red. It's like Kappa and Greggs had a lovechild during a budget blackout. Just in time for Liam and Noel's Murrayfield gigs in August, too. I can already picture the crowd: a sea of primary-coloured waterproof regret. I've never begged for the Scottish weather to behave itself more – and I lived through three T in the Parks and a wedding in Fort William. But if he hadn't ghosted me harder than my agent in August, I wouldn't have packed up, moved to London and built the career I have now. Rejection isn't failure. It's the universe offering a plot twist. And, trust me, that plot twist usually comes with a far better LinkedIn bio. So what is the recipe for a great comeback? Equal parts failure and reinvention. A pinch of public sympathy. A tablespoon of spite (optional, but highly recommended). And a big, fat dollop of knowing your own worth. I have no doubt Nadiya, like her sourdough, will rise again. And maybe that rise won't be in the oven but on the dancefloor. Strictly came calling once before. This time the door might just swing open with a cha-cha and a cheeky wink.
The Sun
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Inside Cheryl and will.i.am's ‘close friendship' amid romance rumours as The Voice reunion revealed
POP royalty Cheryl Tweedy could be teaming up with her long-time confidant Superstar Cheryl and the Black Eyed Peas icon worked closely together from 2008 to 2016 - with rumours of a relationship more than just professional. 8 8 The former X Factor judge is set for her long-awaited TV return after 5 years - following the shock death of ex Liam Payne. The Girls Aloud singer is being lined up for the 14th series, reuniting with long-time mentor on The Voice. The rapper and producer rallied round Cheryl following the traumatic death of Liam Payne, father to her son Bear. When they parted ways musically almost ten years ago, Cheryl admitted she still turned to him for support when she needed. The reality TV judge, who made a guest appearance for on his tour, said at the time: "I still ask him his advice, play him tracks and stuff." In 2010, - who helped produce Fight For This Love - said: 'She has a big heart. She's kind and humble and likes music.' The producer's mum admitted previously that their friendship had 'turned into love'. Debra Cain revealed: 'Will is very fond of her. He says she's an amazing woman. 'His feelings for her have definitely grown from friendship into love and I believe they're good for each other. I give them my blessing. She seems like such a nice girl." Mrs Cain continued: 'I can't wait to meet Cheryl. My son has told me so many good things about her. "Will has promised to take us all out for a meal together next time the two of them are in LA.' Following her heartbreaking split from former husband Ashley Cole in 2010, supported: 'I still can't believe Cheryl was ever cheated on. What has to be going through your head to cheat on her? 'Once you have her, a man can't do any better. She's a real good girl and when you get a girl like her, you do everything you can to keep her and don't go fooling around.' As well as singing a duet for 3 WORDS in 2009, the duo worked on tracks Heartbreaker and Check It Out together. The pair formed a close friendship after she collaborated with him on his Top 10 solo single Heartbreaker in 2008 and later supported The Black Eyed Peas on tour. Back in 2011, was hired to manage the then Cheryl Cole. They racked up four UK No.1 singles before going on a hiatus. He was brought in to launch her career Stateside, but instead found himself picking up the pieces when Simon Cowell fired her from The X Factor USA. 8 8 By 2013, Cheryl had parted ways with Will and she went on to marry Jean-Bernard Fernandez-Versini in 2014. In 2016, her pal said: "Cheryl is the best, I love her a lot. I would like to see her happy, steady, constant. "Cheryl is the kind of person who will always be happy if she has a steady foreverness." He told Fabulous magazine in 2017 about their relationship which would never break - despite their distance. He said: "I think when you're close to somebody you're always close, but I think we're just… We're gravitating to new things. "Of course we're still friends. I don't know where she hangs out – she doesn't hang out so much any more. I'm happy for her though." In 2019, the pair were both starring on separate TV shows, but he reached out and showed their bond was still strong. shared on social media: "@CherylOfficial it looks like both of our shows #theVOICEuk on @itv & #thegreatestdancer on the @bbc are on at the same time... "I have 3WORDS for the both of us...(Good luck tonight) I'm proud of you!!!" Parachute singer Cheryl penned back: "I love you." The upcoming ITV series of The Voice is expected to air in early 2026 and bosses are hoping to convince Cheryl to sign up to the show permanently. It will be her first TV appearance since being a judge on BBC's The Greatest Dancer, which was axed in 2020. Cheryl's talent show career started on Popstars: The Rivals when she was voted by the public to be a member of new band Girls Aloud in 2002. Simon Cowell snapped her up as a judge on The X Factor aged 24. He then took her to LA for the US version, but she was sacked after just one episode. Musician Will formed The Black Eyed Peas in 1992, when he was 17, alongside and childhood friend, Taboo (Jaime Luis Gomez). In 2003 they recruited Fergie (Stacy Ferguson). Their first major hit came soon after, with Where Is The Love? featuring Justin Timberlake spending six weeks at No.1 in the UK. He was previously dating Celebrity Big Brother star Casey Batchelor in 2014. In the past, he has also been linked to Torn hitmaker Natalie Imbruglia. 8 8 8 8
The Sun
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Cheryl Tweedy set for sensational TV return after 5 years as she rebuilds career following shock death of ex Liam Payne
CHERYL Tweedy is set to return to TV after five years — and is in advanced talks to be a mentor on The Voice. The former Girls Aloud singer is being lined up for the 14th series, reuniting with long-time pal 3 3 The rapper and producer rallied round Cheryl following the death last year of Liam Payne, father to her son Bear. A TV insider told The Sun: ' and Cheryl first worked together 16 years ago and have remained good friends ever since. 'She was the obvious choice to mentor his team when the Battle Rounds return four years after being axed. 'A lot has happened in Cheryl's personal life since she was last working on a talent show — BBC's The Greatest Dancer — so she's taking baby steps to put herself back out there. 'Teaming up with as a guest mentor seems the perfect way to kick-start her comeback.' The ITV series is expected to air in early 2026 and bosses hope to convince Cheryl, 42, to sign up to the show permanently. New coach, Destiny's Child star Kelly Rowland Sir Tom Jones and McFly pair Danny Jones and Tom Fletcher. Cheryl was devastated when One Direction star Liam, 31, fell from his hotel balcony in Argentina in October. This month, Netflix will screen a show called Building The Band, in which he appears as a guest judge. The insider added: 'It's bittersweet that Cheryl is going to be a guest judge so soon after Liam held the same role in one of his last projects before he died. 'She knows he would be supporting her every step of the way.' Cheryl's talent show career started on Popstars: The Rivals when she was voted by the public to be a member of new band Girls Aloud in 2002. Simon Cowell snapped her up as a judge on The X Factor aged 24. He then took her to LA for the US version, but she was sacked after just one episode. There was a backlash over her infamous purple flared trousers and orange top and viewers struggled with her Geordie accent.
Yahoo
28-06-2025
- Yahoo
Stalker admits going to Cheryl Tweedy's home again
A man who stalked Cheryl Tweedy has admitted breaching a restraining order after turning up at her home again. Daniel Bannister, 50, pleaded guilty to a single charge at Reading Magistrates' Court, was remanded in custody, and is due to appear there again on 23 September. He had already twice been jailed for targeting the Girls Aloud singer at her home, in the Chalfonts area of Buckinghamshire, and was most recently sentenced to 16 weeks in March. At the time, she said she "immediately panicked" and "feared for my safety" after seeing him on a security camera. The court said the charge against Bannister stated he attended an address where he "reasonably believed or reasonably suspected" Tweedy to be residing. He had been given a restraining order for turning up in January last year and saying "it's Daniel, I've come to get Cheryl" and then returning in July asking for a glass of wine. He was given a four-month jail term in September for the initial offences. After showing up in December, he admitted harassment and the breach and attempted breach of his restraining order, and was sentenced to 16 weeks in March. The December incident took place three weeks after Tweedy attended the funeral of One Direction star Liam Payne in Amersham in Buckinghamshire. The pair had had a child together but had split up. Payne died after falling from a balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in October. In an unrelated case, Bannister had also been jailed for killing Rajendra Patel, 48, at a south London YMCA homeless shelter in 2012. Mr Patel died 15 days after he was attacked in Croydon on 21 February that year. He died of a pulmonary thromboembolism in hospital, where he was being treated for bruising and swelling to the left side of his face, a broken nose and a fractured ankle. Bannister admitted manslaughter and was jailed for two and a half years at Kingston Crown Court. Man who stalked Cheryl Tweedy jailed for 16 weeks Man who harassed Cheryl must wait for sentence Charges against Liam Payne's friend dropped Girls Aloud reveal 'magical' reunion tour Cheryl's baby name inspires social jokers HM Courts & Tribunals Service
BBC News
27-06-2025
- BBC News
Man admits stalking Cheryl Tweedy at her Buckinghamshire home
A man who stalked Cheryl Tweedy has admitted breaching a restraining order after turning up at her home Bannister pleaded guilty to a single charge at Reading Magistrates' Court, was remanded in custody, and is due to appear there again on 23 September. The 50-year-old had already twice been jailed for targeting the Girls Aloud singer at her home, in the Chalfonts area of Buckinghamshire, and was mostly recently sentenced to 16 weeks in the time, she said she "immediately panicked" and "feared for my safety" after seeing him on a security camera. The court said the charge against Bannister stated he attended an address where he "reasonably believed or reasonably suspected" Tweedy to be was jailed for 16 weeks after repeatedly turning up at her home while under a restraining had also been given a four-month jail term in September for the initial December incident took place three weeks after Tweedy attended the funeral of One Direction star Liam Payne in Amersham in Buckinghamshire. The pair had had a child together but had split died after falling from a balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in October. In an unrelated case, Bannister had also been jailed for killing Rajendra Patel, 48, at a south London YMCA homeless shelter in Patel died 15 days after he was attacked in Croydon on 21 February that died of a pulmonary thromboembolism in hospital, where he was being treated for bruising and swelling to the left side of his face, a broken nose and a fractured admitted manslaughter and was jailed for two and a half years at Kingston Crown Court.
