Amy Dowden, a professional dancer on Strictly Come Dancing, faced another cancer scare recently, throwing her return to the show into doubt. The 34-year-old, who was twice diagnosed with cancer last year, was rushed back to the hospital for further tests after abnormalities were found in her breast during a check-up.
Amy expressed feeling “crushed” and had sleepless nights waiting for the results. However, after getting the all-clear from her consultant, she expressed gratitude, acknowledging that good news has been scarce for her lately.
The entire ordeal was captured by BBC cameras filming “Strictly Amy: Cancer and Me,” a documentary that follows Amy’s journey from diagnosis to her return to the dance floor this autumn. Despite the scare, further tests revealed that the abnormalities were benign changes, bringing immense relief to Amy.
Amy credits dancing as a source of strength that helped her through her darkest times. She expressed excitement about returning to Strictly Come Dancing, emphasizing that the show has been a beacon of joy and happiness for her. Amy also highlighted the incredible support she received from the show during her cancer journey, making her feel like part of the team when she needed it the most.
For Amy, being back on the dance floor is a magical experience, and she considers herself fortunate to be part of the show. She believes that Strictly Come Dancing saved her life, as a charity walk with Giovanna Fletcher prompted her to check her own breasts, leading to early detection.
Despite the challenges she has faced, Amy’s resilience and determination shine through as she looks forward to gracing the Strictly stage once again.
