Is Cheryl Cole's Marriage Over?

Pacific Coast News

Cheryl Cole was seen sans wedding ring two nights in a row last week, sparking rumors that their romance is on the rocks. The Girls Aloud singer, who is married to soccer star Ashley Cole, appeared on UK TV talent show The X Factor over the weekend with her wedding finger noticeably bare. Friends say their 3-year union might be on the outs.

Ashley and Cheryl Cole are rumored to be on the rocks. (Photo Agency)
One said: “The truth is, the marriage is over, even if neither of them wants to confront it. They still have the occasional moment of fun but they both know, particularly Cheryl, that this isn't going to be forever.”

Last year, Cheryl was left devastated by claims her husband had cheated on her with hairdresser Aimee Walton and while she decided to forgive him, pals say the marriage never recovered. A source told MailOnline website: “Ashley begged her forgiveness and agreed that he would totally change. She did not want to see her marriage as a failure, and she still loved Ashley.”

Cheryl, who has seen her career go from strength-to-strength since appearing as a judge on The X Factor and recently saw her debut solo single "Fight For This Love" reach number one in the UK singles charts, has previously said she doesn’t fully trust her husband, saying the only people she can rely on are her mom and dogs.

She also hinted England international Ashley is not her soulmate. She said: “I believe in soulmates, yes, but I believe you also have to work at love. I happen to believe your soul mate doesn't have to be your partner -- your soulmate could be your best friend, your sibling, it doesn't have to be the person you marry.”

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