Cher Lloyd EXCLUSIVE: I Was Told To Chase Bieber! The DARK Truth About X FACTOR

"I Proved Them All Wrong - One Direction Were Like Family" Join us for an inspiring episode as Cher Lloyd delves deep into her journey from a breakout star on X-Factor to overcoming the challenges of media scrutiny and personal transformation. At just 16, Cher quickly rose to fame, finishing fourth on the show and charting hits in both the US and UK. Yet, behind the scenes, she faced intense media torment that shaped her public image into something she didn’t recognise. In this heartfelt interview, Cher reveals the true self behind the 'villain' persona once painted by the press, sharing insights into the real-life impacts of fame and the media's role in it. Cher also opens up about her personal growth through motherhood and how it shifted her career trajectory, discussing the industry's cold shoulder during her pregnancy and her decade-long partnership with her husband, Craig. After a significant break from music, Cher is back, ready to reclaim her space in the music industry with newfound resilience and empowerment. Tune in to hear how Cher Lloyd transforms adversities into a powerful narrative of self-acceptance and determination, proving that stepping back can be a pathway to leaping forward. If you or someone you know needs support, please see the charities below: APNI (The Association for Post Natal Illness) - https://g2ul0.app.link/L4J3lVyowQb Mind (useful contacts for post natal depression) - https://g2ul0.app.link/6IyLaUmowQb Follow Cher Here: Instagram - https://g2ul0.app.link/RajyCUByoQb Cher's New Single 'Head Down’ - https://g2ul0.app.link/fWjunOvyoQb Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod Get your tickets to 'An Evening with Paul C. Brunson' here: https://bit.ly/keeplove-megaphone Pre-order Keep Love here: https://lnk.to/keeplovebook Sections: 00:00 Intro 02:23 How are you feeling? 04:13 Exploring Cher's Childhood 06:48 Impact of Cher's Upbringing on Her Adult Life 09:27 Cher's Life in the Romany Community 15:42 UK Media's Negative