There is arguably no bigger star in Britain today than Cheryl Cole.

The petite Geordie has firmly establilshed her place in the nation's affections since first rising to prominence as a member of Girls Aloud on ITV show Popstars: The Rivals in 2002. The popular girl band went on to enjoy 20 consecutive UK top ten singles (including four number ones) and two UK number one albums, being nominated for five BRIT Awards, winning Best Single in 2009. In 2008, alongside pop guru Simon Cowell Cheryl became a judge on the massively successful primetime TV talent show The X Factor, in which she continues to play a key role. Her first solo single 'Fight For This Love' charted at number one alongside her debut album 3 Words. Cheryl has also become a style icon, appearing on the covers of Vogue, Elle and Harper's Bazaar. In 2009 she became the face of L'Oreal. This special 84 page glossy Mirror publication celebrates the rise of one of Britain's most popular stars, charting her success and telling her amazing life story on and off screen.