Aug 20: Liam Payne has overshadowed Cheryl’s new music announcement with a release of his own. The former One Direction singer confirmed new record First Time on Sunday night, just a few days after ‘overhauling’ the track listing in the wake of his split from Cheryl. Just a matter of days ago, Cheryl excited her fanbase by announcing her return to music with two ‘upbeat tracks’ set for October, which ends a four-year break from the industry.

Aug 20: She's nominated for Best Dance and Best Visual Effects at the 2018 MTV VMAs for her collaboration with the late Avicii on their track Lonely Together.