Cheryl returns to the red carpet: first appearance after Liam Payne's death.

Red carpet for Cheryl Cole

According to The Sun: Cheryl Cole shared a touching greeting for her friends from the group to celebrate their exciting new project.

The 42-year-old singer shared photos on social media where she meets her former colleagues from Girls Aloud – Kimberley Walsh and Nicola Roberts.

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Celebration at the opening of 'Hades Town UK'

They met to celebrate the opening of the theatrical show 'Hades Town UK' in London, where Nicola is one of the stars.

On her Instagram page, Cheryl shared a mirror selfie where they all look happy and proud.

The photograph was likely taken backstage in Nicola's dressing room, surrounded by cosmetics and bottles of water.

In the background, several bouquets of flowers can also be seen, likely belonging to Nicola.

Kimberley smiled in the center, wearing a brown blouse and stylish attire.

Warm words from Cheryl

Cheryl didn't hold back her emotions in her caption, expressing her pride to her 3.8 million Instagram followers:

“Congratulations to Hades Town UK on a fantastic opening night”

“Nicola, I am so proud of you…”

“Watching you step out of your comfort zone and achieve such a high level was amazing for me.”

“The whole team and the music are incredible…”

Cheryl’s and Nicola’s fans filled the comments with heart emojis and praise messages.

“I was at Nicola's first show and she was just amazing! Hope to come back again,” one user wrote.

“She is just the best!” others added.

Fans were also happy to see Cheryl, as she noticeably stepped away from the spotlight after the death of her son’s father, Liam Payne.

Cheryl coming out with Kimberley to see Nicola perform at the West End was her first red carpet appearance after Liam's death.

She is gradually returning to work, as she became the face of the Nivea UK cosmetics brand in August this year.

Cheryl is also planning to appear in the 14th season of 'The Voice', reuniting with mentor and friend will.i.am.

Getty Cheryl Cole notably celebrated her return to public life after personal difficulties. Her appearance at the opening of 'Hades Town UK' and warm words towards Nicola Roberts indicate the singer's return to work and active communication with fans. This moment adds positive emotions to her life and shows that even after tough times, there is always an opportunity for new beginnings and joy.