Strictly's Amy Dowden 'extremely sick' as she gives stark cancer update

Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden has spoken of the harrowing moment she nearly died following chemotherapy to treat her cancer. The 33 year old pro dancer, who joined the BBC One show in 2017, announced earlier this year that she had been diagnosed with grade three aggressive breast cancer.The Welsh ballroom and Latin star underwent a single mastectomy in June and has gone on to have five rounds of chemotherapy to treat the disease. Now Amy has opened up on how her first and second cycles of chemo ended up with emergency hospital stays and life-threatening complications.

Fans of Strictly Come Dancing were left stunned after former show star Fleur East returned to pay tribute to the late Tina Turner, who passed away in May. Fleur, 35, who found fame on The X Factor in 2005, appeared on Strictly last year, and she made it to the final four, before being beaten to the winner's post by wildlife presenter, Hamza Yassin. But Fleur was back on Strictly during the results show on Sunday, 1 October, as she took to the stage alongside Beverley Knight and Laura Mvula to belt out some of Tina's biggest hits.

Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden has admitted she "dreams of dancing" on the hit BBC show again amid her battle with breast cancer. The professional dancer took to social media to share her support for her colleagues ahead of Sunday night's results show. Amy shared a series of snaps alongside her Strictly co-stars, taken at the recording of Sunday night's opening number, which was a musical tribute to Tina Turner.

Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden has provided a brave update amid completing her fifth round of chemotherapy. The dancer has been candidly sharing her journey after being diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this year.

Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden has provided a brave update as her fifth round of chemotherapy gets underway, amid her breast cancer battle.Taking to Instagram, Amy posted a mirror selfie as she held up the number five, confirming that she is about to face a fresh round of treatment.The 33 year old looked comfy as she wore a pink hoodie with black tracksuit bottoms. In the snap, Amy is pictured connected to a drip as she appeared to be remaining positive as she had a smile on her face.

Amy Dowden has shared a dancing video to Instagram, as she showed off her newly-shaved head amid her battle with cancer. The Strictly Come Dancing pro, 33, received the news she had breast cancer back in May, and later emotionally revealed that she had decided to shave her head amid continued chemotherapy. Amy has managed to remain in high spirits throughout her brave battle, and has now shared a joyous video of herself dancing with a number of family members.

Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden has been told 'sorry' as she shared an upbeat post after 'taking control' during the 'hardest step' of her cancer journey so far.

Amy Dowden sent a sweet message of support to her Strictly Come Dancing co-stars as she is unable to take part in the series following her cancer diagnosis.

Amy Dowden has hinted she may be returning to Strictly screens as the dancer battles cancer.

Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Amy Dowden has sent a message of support to the BBC show team ahead of its first live programme of 2023, saying: “I know it’s going to be amazing.” The 33-year-old announced in June that she had undergone a mastectomy after discovering she had stage three breast cancer, and would be unable to have a celebrity partner on the show this year.The new batch of famous faces will take to the dancefloor for their first performance with their professional partners during the first live show of the 21st series on Saturday night. Ahead of the show, Amy posted a photo of her dressed in Strictly glamour to her Instagram and wrote: “Happy live show day @bbcstrictly.

Strictly Come Dancing’s Katya Jones has revealed the dedication that she makes to her close friend and co-star Amy Dowden after she was diagnosed with cancer. Katya has partnered with Cancer Research to take part in their pre-loved items campaign, which she said “couldn’t have come at a better time.” Talking to Women’s Health, the Russian choreographer explained that when she practices yoga, the 34 year old dedicates her time to Amy, who recently bravely shaved her head amid chemotherapy treatment. She said: “At the start of my yoga class, [we’re told to] dedicate the practice to someone or to something.

Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden has shared an emotional clip as she documented the moment she shaved her head.The dancer posted the tear-jerking video alongside a heartfelt captioned where she detailed how she decided to 'take control' but admitted it has been the 'hardest step so far.' Amy, 33, who received the news she had breast cancer back in May, has undergone a mastectomy and been having chemotherapy treatment amid her cancer battle. She has since been documenting her experiences, hoping it will raise awareness and encourage others to check themselves. But this latest development showed the star taking a brave step as she promised to get back to her "happy dancing, tea lover" self.

Amy Dowden has shared an emotional video on social media after her family helped her shave her head and "take back control" amid her cancer battle.

Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden has been flooded with support after sharing the emotional moment she shaved her head. The talented dancer has been candidly sharing her journey after being diagnosed with stage three breast cancer.

Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden took to social media to make an emotional promise as she paid tribute to her friend who passed away after battling breast cancer.

Strictly favourite Amy Dowden made a heartbreaking promise to her "ray of sunshine" friend who died of cancer.The 33-year-old professional dancer shared the incredibly moving words in honour of her friend, Nicky Newman, who was just 35 when she died.The influencer and cancer campaigner was diagnosed with stage four breast cancer five years ago, and has become a close friend of Amy's since she received her own diagnosis earlier this year. Sharing a post from Nicky's page - which included a message from Nicky beginning "If you're reading this it means I have died" - Amy thanked her late friend for being a true inspiration.

Series 21 of S trictly Come Dancing is now in full swing after the launch show kicked off on BBC tonight (Sept 16). The first show of the series saw all 15 celebrities make their debut on the dancefloor together for the first time, as viewers finally found out which stars would be paired with which Strictly professionals.

Strictly Come Dancing returned on Saturday night and with it came a touching moment to professional dancer Amy Dowden. Amy, 33 was diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this year and has been undergoing chemotherapy, so is currently unable to return to the dancefloor.

Amy Dowden updated fans and said she's been 'extremely sick' after her fourth round of chemotherapy.

Amy Dowden has said 'that's it' as she reached the halfway mark in her chemotherapy treatment. The Strictly Come Dancing star has been keeping her fans and followers updated on her journey after being diagnosed with breast cancer.