Cheryl has taken to social media to speak in a rare video, confirming how Girls Aloud are set to remember Sarah Harding following her tragic death. Sarah tragically died last September, aged 39, after being diagnosed with breast cancer.
And her former bandmates are set to come together in her memory and take part in a Race for Life. Cheryl confirmed that she will be taking part alongside Nadine Coyle, Kimberley Walsh, and Nicola Roberts on Tuesday (June 14).
Taking to Instagram, Cheryl said in a video on her Instagram Story: "Around this time last year when Sarah was really sick, we were desperately trying to find way to help and comfort her. You feel so helpless at times like that. One of the only things she really wanted was a gala dinner.
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'While that's underway and we are doing that, we felt like we could be doing more. We've decided to do Race for Life for Sarah at Hyde Park on 24th July."
She went on to add: "I know so many of you want to support her and we'd really love it if you could join us. Walk with us for five miles, but also don't worry if you can't join us, people are doing it virtually too. I hope to see you there."
Kimberley shared a picture to her Instagram of Sarah with the details for the race written on. She then wrote in her own Instagram post: "I have some really amazing news to share. Me and the girls have teamed up with Cancer Research UK to raise money for breast cancer research projects and one in particular that Sarah really wanted to help fund.
"There will be a ‘Race For Life For Sarah’ which will take place at Hyde Park on July 24. at 11.30am and everyone is welcome. It’s a 5k race you can run or walk and if you can’t be in London on this date you can take part remotely from wherever you are. We would love for you all to join us and help us raise money in Sarah’s name."
She added: "It’s an amazing opportunity to come together and celebrate her life and also make a huge contribution to the future outcomes of those affected by cancer. We hope you will sign up and share this moment with us."
Both singers shared links for fans to read more about the event in Sarah's honour and signs up for themselves. The Race for Life website says: "Many of you will have been touched by Sarah Harding’s cancer story. Join Girls Aloud’s Cheryl, Nadine and Nicola as they Race for Life for Sarah on Sunday 24 July 2022 at Hyde Park, London.
"For those who can’t be in London like Kimberley or who can't attend the event, you can still take part by doing a Race for Life at Home in memory of Sarah whenever it suits you."
Cheryl made a brief return to social media early last month after last posting on Instagram in January to promote her collaboration with a wellness product brand. She shared a brand new snap with her 3.5million followers after rumours Girls Aloud were getting back together.
Cheryl's former bandmate Nadine revealed plans for the group to get back together. While Girls Aloud, who shot to fame in 2002 after winning Popstars: The Rivals, won't be back in the studio or on stage, she confirmed they'd be reuniting for a much greater cause.
"We’re planning a night for an event to raise money in honour of Sarah [Harding]," Nadine, 36, told OK! last month "She’s very much in the forefront of our minds."
