Amy Dowden had the 'perfect' day with Strictly friends as she gets ready for more chemo
She's still involved with the show
Last updated 31st Aug 2023
Strictly Come Dancing pro Amy Dowden has shared a update while on her way to her third round of chemo, after being diagnosed with cancer earlier this year.
After revealing her life-threatening sepsis diagnosis recently, the dancer shared an Instagram Story, where she can be seen telling her fans about her 'perfect' day with her Strictly family. She says: "I went (to) Strictly! What a perfect day before chemo tomorrow."
She went on to say: "Today we're at Strictly, I get to see all the pros, everybody, the whole team, production, hair and make up, wardrobe... the lot! And yeah, there's a big smile, as you can see on my face, before tomorrow."
Amy later took to Instagram to share a photo after she had been 'Strictlyfied', writing: 'So grateful for my @bbcstrictly family💖, yesterday was just what I needed ahead of today. I’ve felt part of the whole journey so far! I’ve seen all the group numbers and the process by videos, then again watching yesterday and WOW honestly the best yet!
'Yes it’s hard not being up there with them doing what I love but so proud to part of such a talented team. I loved being made glamorous by the hair and make up team, putting on a sparkly dress from Wardrope and feeling like Amy again being at my favourite place 💖! So very grateful! Now I’m on way to chemo number 3! Let’s hope no hospital admissions and scares after this one. But I’m going with a spring in my step this morning after yesterday and knowing everyday I’m closer to dancing on that floor again 💖🙏🎀'. (sic)
Amy was diagnosed with cancer earlier this year, revealing the diagnosis back in May, she told her fans on Instagram: 'Hey all, I've got some news which isn't easy to share. I've recently been diagnosed with breast cancer but I'm determined to get back on that dance floor before you know it. 💖'.
The 33-year-old later shared a defiant message saying that she will return to Strictly despite receiving treatment for breast cancer. However, following a second cancer diagnosis, the dancer revealed, although she will not be taking part in the series as a dancer, she will be involved in some way.
Speaking at the time she said: "We are just one big (Strictly) family and they’re going to be guided by me and there are so many ways to be involved in the show and I’m just staying really positive and hopeful that I’m still going to be part of the show in some way."
We wish Amy well with her treatment as she undergoes more chemo.
Back in the Strictly world, both the professionals and celebrities have been announced, along with the start date which is less than a month away.
See all of the confirmed professionals on this year's Strictly Come Dancing:
Vito Coppola
Vito joined the show in 2022 and made it all the way to the final with Hits Radio presenter Fleur East. In 2024, Vito went one step further, winning the show with former Corrie actress Ellie Leach.
Amy Dowden
Caerphilly-born Amy first joined Strictly in 2017 and quickly became a fan favourite. In 2023 she was forced to miss the show after being diagnosed with cancer in May. After undergoing successful treatment, it's now been confirmed Amy will return to the show for the 2024 series!
Gorka Marquez
Gorka joined the show in 2016 and has danced in three finals. In 2023 he was paired with Nikita Kanda.
Dianne Buswell
Dianne was a professional on the Australian version of Strictly Come Dancing before she joined the UK cast in 2017. In 2023, she made it to the final with Bobby Brazier.
Karen Hauer
Karen is the longest serving dancer in the current line-up, having joined in 2012. Last year she was paired with Eddie Kadi.
Katya Jones
Katya lifted the glitterball with actor Joe McFadden in 2017 and has been a Strictly professional since 2016. She danced with actor Nigel Harman in 2023.
Johannes Radebe
Johannes has been a Strictly pro since 2018. He danced with Tennis legend Annabel Croft in 2023.
Kai Widdrington
Kai became a professional dancer in 2021, when he reached the final with presenter AJ Odudu but had to pull out due to an injury. Last year, Kai was paired with Angela Rippon.
Jowita Przystal
Jowita joined the show in 2021 and was given her first professional partner, Hamza Yassin, in the 2022 series, with the pair went on to win the show. Jowita was then paired with Jody Cundy in 2023.
Carlos Gu
Carlos joined Strictly Come Dancing in 2022 and was partnered with CBBC star Molly Rainford. The pair reached the final of the show. Last year, Carlos was paired with Angela Scanlon.
Graziano Di Prima
Graziano has been a Strictly pro since 2018. Last year, he was paired with former Love Island star Zara McDermott.
Nikita Kuzmin
Nikita joined the show in 2021. He made the final during the 2023 series alongside his partner Layton Williams.
Nancy Xu
Nancy was paired with actor Les Dennis in 2023. She has been a professional on the show since 2019.
Neil Jones
Neil has been a Strictly professional since 2016. His past celebrity partners include professional footballer Alex Scott and actress and comedian Nina Wadia.
Lauren Oakley
Lauren joined Strictly Come Dancing in 2022, and her first celebrity partner was Krishnan Guru-Murthy during the 2023 series.
Luba Mushtuk
Luba became a professional dancer on the programme in 2018. In 2023 she was paired with actor Adam Thomas.
Nadiya Bychkova
Nadiya joined the show in 2017. In 2022, she danced with Matt Goss. She was without a celebrity partner last year.
Michelle Tsiakkas
Michelle joined Strictly in 2022. She was without a celebrity partner last year.
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