Keisha 'seen crying over Sugababes exit'

Keisha Buchanan broke down in tears at a party after being "forced out" of Sugababes last night, a report has claimed.

The 24-year-old's departure from the girlband was announced yesterday evening. Buchanan later told fans that it was not her choice to leave.

Sugababes's management have confirmed that Heidi Range and Amelle Berrabah will now be joined by Eurovision star Jade Ewen, allowing the group to continue as a trio.

According to the Daily Mail, Buchanan tried to put on a "brave face" at the Red Bull Fashion Factory party in London last night, but soon became upset by recent events. She was then reportedly comforted by Destiny's Child star Michelle Williams and JLS singer Oritsé Williams.

A source said: "Michelle was the first to share words of encouragement. But it all got too much for Keisha, who started to cry in the middle of the party and Oritsé from JLS had to comfort her. 

"It was heartbreaking. She felt devastated about what happened and thinks everyone thinks she's a bitch when she did everything she could to make it work between her and Heidi and Amelle."

Buchanan's departure followed rumours of a bust-up with Berrabah, who joined the group as a replacement for Mutya Buena in 2005.