What group was Nicole in before pussycat dolls?

Before joining The Pussycat Dolls, Nicole Scherzinger was the lead singer of the girl group Eden's Crush, which was formed through the reality television show "Popstars" in 2001. The group had a brief stint in the music industry, releasing their debut album and a couple of singles before disbanding. Scherzinger's time with Eden's Crush helped her gain recognition, ultimately leading to her success with the Pussycat Dolls.