Fergie was completely broke before she found fame with the Black Eyed Peas.

Fergie had completely run out of cash in the early 2000's relying on her
Fergie had completely run out of cash in the early 2000's relying on her "angel" mother for support before the Black Eyed Peas success.

The 39-year-old star, who has 17-month-old son Axl with husband Josh Duhamel, admits her was forced to move back in when her mother, Theresa Ferguson, before the group released their first single 'Where Is The Love' in 2003.

She said: "I remember when I ran out of money in the early 2000s - I moved back to my mom's, and she was my angel for a period of time."

The 'LA Love' now lends her support to low-income women interviewing for jobs via the organisation, Dress for Success, because she says it "touches a nerve" with her.

Speaking to PEOPLE magazine, she explained: "Dress for Success is an angel to women who need, but can't afford business-appropriate clothing. I've met some of the women who have been helped to get a suit - and a week's worth of professional attire when they get a job - and their stories are so touching."

The pop star, who also designs shoes, recently made a large donation to the charity.

She said: "This year, 100 per cent of the proceeds from the limited edition Fergie Footwear holiday shoe, the Regan, went to Dress for Success. I'm so proud to partner with an organisation that builds self-esteem and helps women make improvements in their lives."

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