November 13th 2023.
Amy Dowden recently shared an emotional moment with a young fan, Brianna, on The One Show. The Strictly Come Dancing star, 33, met Brianna ahead of her final chemotherapy session for breast cancer.
Brianna had been rehearsing with fellow Strictly pro, Nadiya Bychkova when Amy walked out to greet her. Both Amy and Brianna became tearful as Amy gave her some words of encouragement ahead of her TV dancing debut.
The teen was born with a rare chromosome disorder, which affects her heart, bowels, and vision. Despite the challenges she has faced, she is determined to take part in the Children in Need fundraiser.
Amy told Brianna that she is 'inspired' by her, adding: ‘Do you know what? I’m taking a lot from you, because I’m going through my own health journey. This has been the longest I’ve never danced.’
When asked how she was feeling about the performance, Brianna said she was both nervous and excited. Amy assured her that nerves are important because it shows how much it means to her.
The wholesome interaction left viewers at home emotional, with many taking to Twitter to share their admiration for Brianna.
Amy was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer earlier this year. She has shared her journey with fans, recently making more TV appearances. Last week, she rang the bell to signify the end of her chemotherapy, saying she felt ‘relief like no other’. She thanked her family, friends, and the hospital staff for their support.
Amy said the treatment was her ‘toughest journey yet’ but said the support she’s received from fans is ‘utterly amazing’.
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