BBC Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden discusses 'toughest year' as she gives cancer battle update

Fans couldn't help but make the same observation as Gemma Atkinson shared a set of almost identical photos taken four months apart. The Hits Radio host has been in a celebratory mood as she turned 39 this week and plans to continue the celebrations in Blackpool this weekend.

Amy Dowden has been forced to pull out of her planned return to Strictly Come Dancing as she was hit by a fresh health setback. The dancer has been absent from the BBC One dance contest this year due to undergoing treatment for cancer.

Gorka Marquez has told fans he's 'lucky' as he paid tribute to fiancee Gemma Atkinson on her birthday. The Strictly Come Dancing star took to Instagram to publicly wish his future wife a happy birthday as she turned 39 on Thursday (November 16).

Gemma Atkinson has made a cheeky quip about heading to Blackpool this weekend as the stars of Strictly Come Dancing descend on the seaside town. The BBC One dance contest will broadcast live from the iconic Tower Ballroom on Saturday night (November 18).

Amy Dowden was seen fighting tears as she appeared in a pre-recorded clip on The One Show filmed during her cancer treatment. The Strictly Come Dancing star left her co-stars, celebrity pals and fans emotional last week as she revealed she'd finished chemotherapy.

BBC's hit show Strictly Come Dancing has once again captivated the UK as this year’s crop of celebs vie for the coveted Glitterball trophy. However, the allure of the show goes beyond dance steps with the chemistry between the celebrity contestants and their professional partners often kindling genuine romances. From unexpected connections to lasting relationships, here's a glance at the couples who found love beyond the ballroom.

Ellie Leach caused a distraction when her Strictly Come Dancing partner Vito Coppola enjoyed a 'beautiful' moment with another of their co-stars. The dancing pair have been creating quite the stir, becoming the subject of romance rumours as they wow in the ballroom.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Gorka Marquez has been outed by his female dancing colleagues for showing off a certain part of his body. The revelation came on Strictly spin-off show It Takes Two, during tonight's episode on BBC Two (Thursday).

Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden revealed she “cried all morning” as she reached a significant milestone in her journey fighting breast cancer.The 33 year old announced in June that she had undergone a mastectomy after discovering she had stage three breast cancer, and has been keeping her followers updated on her journey ever since. In her latest update, Amy put on a huge smile as she was snapped standing outside the hospital holding up eight fingers, letting her followers know that it was her “last chemo”.The professional dancer wrote in the caption: “It’s chemo number 8! The last one! We are finally here.” Amy continued: “I’ve cried all morning! Right an afternoon of chemo and then I’m so lucky and grateful to be able to ring that bell! Will never take it for granted! Thank you to the incredible Sheldon Unit! You are all amazing #nhs, all #trueheroes.

Strictly Come Dancing star has delighted her co-stars and followers as she reached a major milestone in her cancer journey. The dancer has been openly sharing her journey with her social media following after being diagnosed with stage three breast cancer earlier this year.

Amy Dowden has said she 'can't believe it' as she offered a fresh update on her cancer journey. The Strictly Come Dancing star took to social media to confirm that she will undergo her final round of chemotherapy treatment this Thursday (November 9) after her latest blood results came back.

Strictly Come Dancing star Gorka Marquez has said he 'misses' Helen Skelton as she acknowledged him when talking about a difficult part of her latest career step. The Countryfile host was reminiscing over her own time in the BBC One dance contest with the Spanish dancer over the weekend.

Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden left 'emotional' as she admitted she's 'never going to be the same again' amid her last round of chemotherapy. The dancer is days away from finishing her multiple rounds of chemotherapy treatment after undergoing a hysterectomy earlier this year.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Amy Dowden shared her joy as she heads into her final week of chemotherapy treatment, saying she had the "biggest smile". Amy, 33, announced in June that she had undergone a mastectomy after discovering she had stage three breast cancer.Taking on Instagram on Monday, Amy shared her joy over her upcoming appointments this week, saying it has felt "such a distance" away.

Helen Skelton has shared the reason she still keeps pictures of her ex-husband Richie Mylder on her social media pages she also opened up about being 'distraught' by the sudden end of their marriage.

Gemma Atkinson has shared her 'worst fear' as a parent before saying: "No one warns you of this". The Hits Radio host is often open and honest with her fans about her life as a mum-of-two.

Gorka Marquez has told his fiancee Gemma Atkinson that she's 'lost the plot' as she required his assistance before he left for the next Strictly Come Dancing live show. The Hits Radio host took to social media to reveal how she'd been 'inspired' by an unlikely source after opening up about her post-partum recovery.

Adam Thomas has opened up about the 'frustrating' part of his Strictly Come Dancing journey, being part of the show's 'bubble' and where he hopes to get to in the BBC One dance contest.

Amy Dowden has said undergoing treatment for breast cancer has resulted in the “toughest year” of her life.

Strictly Come Dancing sweetheart Amy Dowden has emotionally revealed how undergoing treatment for breast cancer has resulted in the “toughest year” of her life. The pro dancer, 33, appeared on the Stand Up To Cancer live show at the Francis Crick Institute to celebrate a decade of the appeal for Cancer Research UK.