Cheryl Cole Shows Nadine Coyle Support After Loss Of Close Friend

17 January 2012, 07:59 | Updated: 17 January 2012, 08:12

The 'Parachute' singer tweets a message of support to her Girls Aloud band mate after the tragic death of one of her friends.

Cheryl Cole has sent fellow Girls Aloud star Nadine Coyle a message of condolence after a friend of the Irish singer unexpectedly passed away.

'The Promise' singer Nadine tweeted a message in tribute to her friend on Saturday (14th January), prompting the '3 Words' singer to post a message of support the following day.

"Devastated @ my friend #CharleneGriffiths passing," Nadine posted. "God rest her soul, she was taken away far too soon. Her family are an inspiration Xx."

"I just want you to know I am thinking of you at this sad and tragic time," Cheryl tweeted on Sunday (15th January). "I'm so sorry to hear of your loss.

"My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends. God bless you all. All my love Cheryl xx."

Girls Aloud member Kimberley Walsh confirmed at the end of 2011 that the girl band are planning to reunite at some point this year.

Cheryl Cole recently finished up work on her third solo album in Los Angeles with producer Alex Da Kidd.