Cher Lloyd: I owe Cheryl Cole Updated: 2012-02-21 11:07

Singer Cheryl Cole (C) is seen taking part in an exercise during a visit to British troops on September 14, 2011 in Helmand Province in Afghanistan.

Cher Lloyd feels like she "owes" Cheryl Cole.

The 'Want U Back' hitmaker - who was mentored by the Girls Aloud singer on the 2010 series of 'The X Factor' - admits she put her "foot in it" when she accused the 'Parachute' singer of miming and relying on computer auto-tuning to perfect her vocals, but she is "very grateful" for all Cheryl's help.

She said: "I do owe her. The 'X Factor' was a great platform for me and she really did help me and I'm very grateful.

"I think I really did put my foot in it and now I've realised that what I said was wrong, obviously, and I said sorry.

"And I think it got fully taken out of context, but I think I understand now that you need to be on form and be aware of what you're saying all the time.

"I'm always doing it. I think I get too comfortable with just being myself. I forget that people are watching me."

While the 18-year-old brunette was appreciative of Cheryl's assistance at the start of her career, Cher - whose debut single 'Swagger Jagger' topped the UK charts last year - admits it is now down to her whether she is successful or not.

Speaking on UK TV show 'This Morning', she added: "You know, I wouldn't say that I wasn't grateful for what she had given me - the opportunity that she had given me, putting me through and things like that - but I feel like from here, it's down to me to do as best as I possibly can."

Cheryl Cole visits troops in Afghanistan

Cheryl Cole has made a secret trip to Afghanistan to boost troops' morale.

The 'Promise This' singer flew to Camp Bastion in Helmand Province in the south west area of the country last night (13.09.11) to film a special tribute to mark 10 years of UK forces fighting in the war torn region and said she was "delighted" to be there.

A friend of the pop star added: "Cheryl's amazed by the courage of all those serving our country.

"When she was invited to go out to see them in Afghanistan, she immediately said 'yes'.

"She thinks it's such a great cause ad they deserve all of the recognition they get."

Cheryl, 28, flew to Afghanistan on a troop carrier from RAF Brize Norton in Oxfordshire with soldiers from 20 Brigade who are about to start a six-month tour of duty and raised their spirits during the 12-hour flight.

One soldier told the Daily Mirror newspaper: "I couldn't believe it was Cheryl joining us.

"It's great she's made the effort to come all the way out here. Not only does she look amazing but it's a pretty big gesture, it's cheered everyone up."

Cheryl underwent hostile environment training before the secret trip and is expected to meet with troops, travel in a heavily-armed Jackal vehicle and attend a performance by the Royal Marine band.

The dog lover will also meet military dogs responsible for sniffing out bombs and members of the counter-Improvised Explosive Device team who are responsible for device disposal.

Cheryl Cole planning second honeymoon

Cheryl Cole and ex-husband Ashley are reportedly planning a second honeymoon.

The couple - who divorced in 2010 after he was revealed to have had a string of affairs - are to take a romantic holiday to South Africa with the blessing of Cheryl's mother Joan, who is beginning to warm to the idea of them reuniting.

However, the 28-year-old singer's ex-boyfriend Derek Hough - who dated her following her break-up with Ashley - is said to be upset they are visiting Africa, where he took her twice last year.

However, their trip ended badly as Cheryl caught malaria during the break and was hospitalised with the potentially fatal disease upon her return to the UK.

A source told the Daily Star newspaper: "It's a kick in the teeth. The poor man has been unceremoniously dumped by Cheryl and now she and Ashley are off to Africa which Derek used to call 'their place'."

Initially soccer player Ashley wanted to take her to the Caribbean but Joan intervened, suggesting Africa would be a wiser choice.

The source added: "When he mentioned taking her away to Jamaica, Joan said it was a good idea.

"But she said he would be better off choosing somewhere like South Africa because she knows Cheryl loves the place.

"Joan appears to be warming to Ashley again - for the time being."

Last week, Cheryl headed to Los Angeles with her Girls Aloud bandmate Kimberley Walsh for some time away.

A representative confirmed: "Cheryl is taking some time out as she said on her website last month."

Chery Cole and will's tour friendship

Cheryl Cole and will.i.am are being mocked over their closeness on the road.

The 'Fight for This Love' singer is currently opening for the Black Eyed Peas on their European tour and the group's other three members, Fergie, Taboo and apl.de.ap, have been teasing will and Cheryl about the amount of time they have been spending together.

The 'Where Is The Love?' hitmakers have even been teasing the pair by singing "will and Cheryl sitting in a tree, k-i-s-s-i-n-g".

A source told The Sun newspaper: "Between shows, the slog of touring is a dull business. Cheryl's presence has spiced things up during the first two nights in Dublin. Everyone has been teasing will and Cheryl about being an item and generally ripping the p**s. It's playground stuff.

"The backing dancers have been getting in on the act with the most childish stuff."

Although rumours have surfaced the pair could be more than friends since Cheryl split from her soccer star husband Ashley Cole in February, pals insist their private tour meetings are innocent.

The source added: "will has a mobile studio with him and he and Cheryl are planning to spend even more time in there making music during the 17 upcoming UK and European dates.

"Cheryl's been laughing about the ribbing though, saying will.i.am is more like a brother and he's simply been showing off new beats."

will.i.am, 35, produced most of 26-year-old Cheryl's '3 Words' solo LP and has previously claimed he would move to the UK "if it meant being with" "so sexy" Cheryl.

Cheryl Cole's shoot 'nightmare'

Cheryl Cole says photo shoots are her "worst nightmare".

The stunning singer - who appears on the front cover of the June issue of Harper's Bazaar magazine - always feels really nervous before being photographed and doesn't enjoy the endless preening that goes on.

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Speaking in a behind-the-scenes interview for Bazaar TV, she said: "I don't tend to enjoy photo shoots, they're my worst nightmare.

"I don't like being pampered all day, you know the fluffing of the hair, the pulling on the dresses and the make-up. Although this one (Harper's Bazaar) has been one of the most fun shoots I've done."

To help her overcome her nerves, Cheryl, 26, puts on Beyonce Knowles' music to inspire her when she is on a shoot.

Referring to Beyonce's on stage persona Sasha Fierce - which her 2008 album, 'I Am... Sasha Fierce', was named after - she explained: "I find I can't really connect with the camera, it's something I'm still learning to do. I tend to put a lot of Beyonce on when I'm doing photo shoots - I channel Sasha Fierce!"

Beyonce has described her alter-ego as a more confident version of herself.

The 'Halo' singer said: "I have someone else that takes over when it's time for me to work and when I'm on stage, this alter-ego that I've created that kind of protects me and who I really am.

"Sasha Fierce is the fun, more sensual, more aggressive, more outspoken side and more glamorous side that comes out when I'm working and when I'm on the stage."

Sexiest woman Cheryl Cole

Cheryl Cole has been voted the Sexiest Woman in the World.

The Girls Aloud beauty - who separated from her soccer player husband Ashley Cole in February following his alleged infidelities - is still a favourite with the men of Britain after winning the top spot for a consecutive year for FHM's 100 Sexiest Women in the World poll.

The 26-year-old singer - who is also a judge on UK TV talent show 'The X Factor' - beat 'Transformers' actress Megan Fox and Victoria's Secret model Marissa Miller into second and third place respectively.

Colin Kennedy, Editor-in-Chief of FHM claimed the "nation's sweetheart" was an obvious winner for this year's poll.

He said: "After hogging the headlines and dominating TV screens for 12 solid months the nation's sweetheart romped home for a second successive year, leaving all challengers in her curvaceous wake."

Other stars featured in the top ten included The Saturdays singer Frankie Sandford, who came fourth, and glamour model Keeley Hazell, who was placed fifth.

'Twilight' star Kristen Stewart was the highest new entry, being voted into sixth place, while Kelly Brook jumped 41 places from her position last year to take seventh spot.

Models Adriana Lima and Abbey Clancy came eighth and tenth respectively, with 'Sin City' beauty Jessica Alba placed ninth.

FHM 100 Sexiest Women 2010: Top Ten

1. Cheryl Cole

2. Megan Fox

3. Marissa Miller

4. Frankie Sandford

5. Keeley Hazell

6. Kristen Stewart

7. Kelly Brook

8. Adriana Lima

9. Jessica Alba

10. Abbey Clancy

Disney star Cheryl Cole

Cheryl Cole is set to be the new face of Disney.

The 'Fight for This Love' singer - who is attempting to break the US following her split from soccer star husband Ashley Cole - is reportedly being courted by the family studio to show off her acting skills in a TV show or movie.

A source told the Daily Mirror newspaper: "Cheryl is the full package. She's got it all - brains, beauty, and a hint of bolshyness. It's unbelievable the amount of interest she stirred up in the Disney Studios following her recent trips to Los Angeles, where she was making a music video.

"That 'Parachute' video with Derek Hough, who is massive in the States because of 'Dancing with the Stars', really showed just how graceful and dynamic she can be.

"From her experiences with Girls Aloud she can handle the high-energy routines, so the plan is to incorporate her in a show.

"It's early days but a one-off like the Jonas Brothers' movie 'Camp Rock' would be the way to go."

News of a possible Disney deal for the 26-year-old star - who is already in talks to appear as a judge on Simon Cowell's US version of 'The X Factor', alongside her stint on the British version - has already excited one of the studio's current stars, 17-year-old Selena Gomez.

The 'Wizards of Waverly Place' actress said: "Oh my goodness, I'd love to work with Cheryl Cole on a Disney show. I've just seen that video 'Parachute'. She is beautiful. I'd love to."

If Cheryl signs a contract, she would be following in the footsteps of global sensations Miley Cyrus, and 'High School Musical' stars Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens, who all got their big breaks through Disney. 

Cheryl Cole wants dignified divorce

Cheryl Cole is planning to "divorce with dignity".

The 'Fight for This Love' singer - who split from her soccer star spouse Ashley Cole in February following allegations he had cheated on her with several women - is reportedly planning to take control of legal proceedings in order to end her marriage amicably.

"She is speaking to Ashley, they are texting - she even calls him babe - but as much as she loves him, there is no way back. This is divorce with dignity, it is Cheryl's style.

"When it happens, it will be quick, quiet and painless."

The 26-year-old beauty - who is not planning to start proceedings until after the soccer World Cup tournament in July - is expected to keep the couple's nine-bedroom home in Surrey, South East England, and wants custody of their pet Chihuahuas Buster and Coco.

The source added: "Any divorce will be away from the public eye and swift.

"It will not be acrimonious and will likely be after the World Cup. All Cheryl wants is her home and her dogs."

Cheryl Cole tops Glamour's best dressed 2009 list

Singer Cheryl Cole from British group Girls Aloud poses at the launch of the new "Samsung Purple phone" in London October 17, 2007.

British pop singer and television star Cheryl Cole was crowned the world's best dressed woman by Glamour magazine this week, beating last year's winner Kate Moss into second place.

"In the past year, Cheryl Cole has become everyone's style crush," Glamour editor Jo Elvin wrote in the latest edition of the magazine which hits British stores on Thursday.

"She's ridiculously gorgeous, beautifully groomed and always glossy, glossy, glossy," she added of Cole, a member of Girls Aloud who has appeared as a judge on TV talent show "The X Factor" and is married to England soccer star Ashley Cole.

The 25-year-old knocked supermodel Moss from her perch, while Victoria Beckham moved up to third in 2009 from 10th in 2008. Rounding off the top five were TV presenter Alexa Chung and U.S. actress Blake Lively.

Following is a list of the top 10 in Glamour's best dressed list:

1. Cheryl Cole

2. Kate Moss

3. Victoria Beckham

4. Alexa Chung

5. Blake Lively

6. Katy Perry

7. Agyness Deyn

8. Katie Holmes

9. Rihanna

10. Rachel Bilson

Sarah Harding's designer wedding

British group Girls Aloud (L-R) Nadine Koyle, Kimberley Walsh, Sarah Harding, Nicola Roberts and Cheryl Cole pose for photographers as they arrive for the Brit Awards at Earls Court in London February 18, 2009.

Sarah Harding is planning a secret £1.5 million wedding to her DJ boyfriend.

The Girls Aloud singer was delighted when Tom Crane proposed after two years together but is so determined to keep her big day an intimate affair she has yet to announce their engagement.

A source said: "She's so excited - she can't wait to be Mrs. Crane.

"She wants Julien Macdonald to design her wedding dress and says she doesn't mind spending big to make sure she looks special on her big day. It's going to be a huge bash at the end of the summer."

The 27-year-old singer has already asked her bandmates - Cheryl Cole, Kimberley Walsh, Nicola Roberts and Nadine Coyle - to be her bridesmaids and wants the nuptials to take place at Danesfield House Hotel in Buckinghamshire, South East England.

Tom popped the question while the pair were enjoying a quiet weekend at their Buckinghamshire mansion.

The source explained to Britain's Look magazine: "Tom knows how busy Sarah is, so he planned the perfect lazy day for her. He brought her breakfast in bed and then ran her a leisurely bath.

"He didn't have a ring as he knew Sarah would want to design one herself, but he still got down on bended knee to ask her. She burst into tears."