Strictly's Amy Dowden makes heartbreaking vow as friend dies from cancer amid own battle

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.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have been left divided by Tess Daly’s outfit as she returned to present the first live show of the series with Claudia Winkleman. In a change from the usual glamorous dresses, Tess wore a chick white shirt with black sparkly trousers.

Strictly Come Dancing contestant Amanda Abbington has hit back following claims she nearly quit the show due to alleged rows with her professional partner Giovanni Pernice. The actress posted a video on Instagram on Saturday morning, hours before the live show is due to air on BBC One.

The Strictly Come Dancing live shows return to our screens tonight, with 15 new celebrities waiting to make their dancing debut. With the cast made up of 15 big-name celebrities and 19 professional dancers, four pros will miss out this year.The four who missed out were confirmed during the launch show on Saturday, 16 September.They are Nadiya Bychkova, Neil Jones, Amy Dowden and Michelle Tsiakkas.The four of them will be watching from the sidelines, but they will be taking part in the group numbers.

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 Come Dancing burst back onto our screens on Saturday night as this year's celebrities made their debuts with their dancing partner, but there's already been a savage prediction made by fans. Among the likes of Love Island star, Zara McDermott, EastEnders actor Bobby Brazier and TV presenter Annabel Croft are the talented professional dancers hoping to help their partner take home this year's Glitterball trophy. The BBC One show returned on Saturday, 16 September for its pre-recorded launch show where we found out the partners and got our first glimpse of their moves.

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.