Singer Cheryl Tweedy can finally breathe a little easier after her Cheryl stalker received a 12-month jail sentence. The conviction ends a frightening period for the star and her young son, Bear, whom she shares with the late Liam Payne.
Convicted killer Daniel Bannister repeatedly harassed Cheryl at her home, leaving her terrified for her and her child’s safety. The 50-year-old musician ignored restraining orders and continued to show up uninvited at her property.
During the court hearing at Reading Crown Court, Cheryl shared how deeply the ordeal affected her daily life. She revealed she felt constant fear whenever she stepped outside her gate. Her victim statement described how each time Bannister returned, her anxiety intensified.
Cheryl said she felt on edge every day, worrying about his next move. The pop star also explained that her son had become frightened because of Bannister’s repeated appearances. She emphasized that no family should live with such fear.
Bannister admitted breaching a restraining order earlier this year and had already served time for similar offences. Despite previous prison sentences, he continued to appear at Cheryl’s home, disregarding all legal warnings.
In one shocking incident, Bannister rang Cheryl’s gate buzzer claiming he had “come to get Cheryl.” Months later, he returned again asking for a glass of wine. Cheryl immediately called her brother for help as Bannister lingered outside her property.
After these repeated visits, a court issued a restraining order and sentenced Bannister to four months in prison. However, he returned once more in December, reigniting Cheryl’s fears and prompting her to hire private security.
Cheryl told police she panicked when she saw Bannister outside her home again. Her main concern was to keep Bear safe from harm. She said she worried he might try to find a way into the property.
The Cheryl stalker ordeal coincided with Cheryl’s grief over Liam Payne’s tragic death last year in Argentina. The singer has struggled to cope with the loss while managing her son’s wellbeing.
Now that Bannister is behind bars, friends say Cheryl feels a sense of relief, though some fear he might reoffend. Those close to her believe she will now focus entirely on Bear and their healing process.
The Cheryl stalker case has shown how persistent harassment can devastate victims’ lives. Cheryl remains determined to protect her son and regain peace after months of turmoil.
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