Cowell urges Cole to start a life on her own

Simon Cowell has warned Cheryl Cole not to take back estranged husband Ashley.

The music mogul - who became close to Cheryl after working alongside each other on the past two series of UK TV show 'The X Factor' - wants the 'Parachute' singer to stay strong and start a life on her own, following allegations her soccer star spouse cheated on her with five women.