Cheryl Cole Hooks Up With Black Eyed Peas' Will.I.Am In Cannes

Cheryl Cole was spotted partying with Black Eyed Peas start Will.i.am earlier this week.

The Girls Aloud star, who has been keeping a low profile since she was sacked from X Factor USA,  was thought to be at a boat party with the rapper.

On Twitter, Will.i.am posted a picture of the pair together and said:  “Its me and the 'Tweety Nird' in Cannes, France... Me and Cheryl Cole in the south of France having fun.”

Cole's withdrawal from the public eye in recent months has triggered huge speculation over what she plans to do next.

There have been reports that the star will take part in the forthcoming BBC talent show The Voice.

Cole is also expected to be a part of Girls Aloud's comeback in 2012 to mark their 10th anniversary.

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