Nicole Scherzingerfirst became a household name when she nabbed the job of lead singer ofThe Pussycat Dollsin 2005.

But her professional music career began six years prior, when Scherzinger was still in college.

After Eden’s Crush disbanded, Scherzinger attempted a solo career.

Nicole Scherzinger posing at event

It was during her time with the Pussycat Dolls that Scherzinger began to amass her impressive net worth.

But her continued success after the group disbanded got her to where she is today.

2010 shaped up to be a very busy year for Scherzinger.

Nicole Scherzinger posing at event.

(viaCelebrity Net Worth).