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Cheryl Cole insists her marriage isn't on the rocks and says 'diamonds are forever'

By Amira Hashish, Evening Standard Last updated at 13:15pm on 20.11.09

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Cheryl Cole has taken action to stop rumours that her marriage is on the rocks.

Rock chick: Cheryl Cole insists her marriage is on top form

The X Factor judge has uploaded a picture of herself posing with her wedding ring hand in front of her face on Twitter.

In case the message wasn't clear enough, the post: "3 Words. Diamonds Are Forever" was displayed underneath the picture.

Happy marriage: the couple have hardly been seen together lately

Rumours have been rife that the couple have been having marriage trouble since last January after it was claimed Ashley cheated on his wife with hairdresser Aimee Walton.

The news came after the couple sold their wedding pictures to a glossy magazine in a million pound deal.

All white: Cheryl and Ashley pose in an ad campaign

Cheryl's wedding ring has been no where in sight for recent X Factor shows. However, she insists that she has put the past behind her and moved on.

Mrs Cole's career is going from strength to strength. She now has a Number One solo album under her belt. Her debut single Fight For This Love also hit the top spot and is the fastest selling song this year.

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This marriage is as fake as her teeth, tan and hair. Still, at least he buys her nice trinkets which is, of course, the main thing...

- Anon, England

Marriage is good thing and a lifetime decision that brings inner joy,peace and out glow of happiness. It is ordained by the Supreme and he blesses it accordingly and nourishes it daily.
Cheryl, the world will give you material gain but no guarantee of 'soulish' satisfaction but, He who lives in the Supreme Clouds of glory will watch over you till the good and perfect end. Ashley love Cheryl and Cheryl love him with diligence and free spirit. God bless

- Dennis, London, UK

Good luck to you Cheryll what ever you decide to do regarding your marriage. You seem like a strong minded girl and will bounce back either way.

- Caroline, England

Ay pet, you look so very happy.

- Charles, Kennington