November 9th 2024.
It's been a year since Amy Dowden, a star on Strictly Come Dancing, finished her chemotherapy treatment. In celebration of this milestone, she took a moment to thank those who have supported her through the good, bad, and ugly times. The 34-year-old Welsh dancer joined the BBC series in 2017, but had to take a break last year when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. She underwent a mastectomy and chemotherapy, but was determined to return to the show this year and was paired with JLS star JB, 37. Unfortunately, she had to withdraw from the season due to a foot injury.
During a recent appearance on Lorraine, Amy shared that this day would be tough for her as she had been looking forward to dancing on the show to mark the one-year anniversary of her treatment. She also posted a video on social media, reflecting on the past year and expressing her gratitude for all she has accomplished. She made a promise to herself to always grab life, a lesson she learned from her mentor, Nick. Despite not knowing what was ahead during her treatment, she pushed through and is now feeling truly happy again.
Amy admits that she had zero confidence when she first returned to dancing. It wasn't until late spring that she started to feel like herself again. She is proud of all she has achieved and wishes she could go back and tell the struggling Amy from last December and January what she would accomplish. Most importantly, she is alive and living life to the fullest. She is forever thankful for the organizations CoppaFeel! and Mrs. Giovanna Fletcher, who encouraged her to check her breasts and ultimately saved her life. She also thanks the doctors and nurses who have taken care of her.
Amy acknowledges that life can throw many bumps in the road, but she chooses to let them teach and push her to become a better person instead of becoming bitter. She feels lucky to have people around her who support her through all the ups and downs. She is grateful for their unwavering love and support. Amy promises to keep pushing, dreaming, and grabbing life in every possible way.
Before her diagnosis, Amy had completed a trek for CoppaFeel! with Mrs. Giovanna Fletcher. She found a lump in her breast a month later, just a day before her honeymoon with her husband and fellow dancer, Ben Jones. She announced her diagnosis in May 2023 and has since raised awareness for breast cancer. She has also been regularly updating her followers on her treatment through her social media platforms.
Despite her struggles with Crohn's disease, Amy has returned to Strictly Come Dancing and her doctors have confirmed that there is no evidence of disease in her body. This is her biggest accomplishment yet. However, she still has a long road ahead and won't receive the official "all clear" for another five years. She will require monthly injections and regular check-ups.
JB Gill, who was partnered with Amy on the show, is now dancing with professional dancer Lauren Oakley. They first performed together during Icons Week when Amy was rushed to the hospital due to a health scare. Strictly Come Dancing continues tonight on BBC One at 6:35pm. If you have a celebrity story or pictures, don't hesitate to reach out to The Agency entertainment team through email, phone, or by visiting their Submit Stuff page. They would love to hear from you.
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