Cheryl Cole looks thin and withdrawn as she heads back to UK to face the music
It looks as though Cheryl Cole's week in the sun did little to alter her mood.
Fresh from her holiday in Thailand, the singer appeared thinner than ever as she stopped in Los Angeles on her way back to the UK.
Although she was pictured on the beach earlier this week looking relaxed, the popstar could not avoid her troubles forever.
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Cheryl Cole arrrives at LAX Airport on Friday looking thinner than usual
Dressed in skinny jeans and a vest, not even a tan was enough to distract onlookers from the popstar's gaunt figure, looking anxious as she checked it at LAX.
The Girls Aloud star, whose marriage to Ashley Cole remains in turmoil following allegations of infidelity, put on a brave face last week as she relaxed beach side with fellow band members Nicola Roberts and Kimberley Walsh.
Her concerned band mates flew out to join her at a luxury resort in Phuket earlier this week.
Despite seeking comfort in friends, it appears the stress took its toll on the star, with reports her weight has plummeted to six stone.
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Brave face: Cheryl tried to forget her marriage troubles on a beach trip in Thailand this week
Still, the summer escape had been a welcome relief for the 24-year-old.
A source has said: "Cheryl needed this time away to get her strength back to face the world.
"Ashley is still her husband and they love each other. They were planning a future. It's too much just though throw away."
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Pin thin: Despite her smile, Cheryl looked pained and drawn. She is reported to weigh a mere six stone
Ashley spent Valentine's Day without his wife, but kept occupied with a training session with his team in London.
Cheryl is scheduled to present a gong at the Brit Awards on Wednesday.
Support: Girls Aloud band members Nicola Roberts and Kimberley Walsh are by Cheryl's side throughout her ordeal
Happier times: Cheryl and Ashley before the scandal broke
