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Exclusive: Simon Cowell Says Cheryl Cole Is 'Coping Well' Following Her Malaria Battle
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By:OK! Staff
Sep. 8 2010, Published 5:56 a.m. ET
Simon Cowell says fellow British The X Factor judge Cheryl Cole has a new perspective on life after battling malaria. Simon exclusively told OK! that the gorgeous singer, who is rumoured to be dating Derek Hough, is coping well after a difficult year. (more)
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