BBC Strictly's Amy Dowden 'gutted' as she shares update amid cancer battle

Amy Dowden has been forced to pull out of her planned return to Strictly Come Dancing as she was hit by a fresh health setback. The dancer has been absent from the BBC One dance contest this year due to undergoing treatment for cancer.

Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden has shared another devastating health blow as she has fractured her foot, ruling her out of being able to dance on the show this year.The pro dancer was diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this year and has been going through gruelling chemotherapy but had hoped to be able to dance in an episode of Strictly before the end of the series. However, she posted a photo of herself to Instagram looking devastated and pointing at her foot as she wrote: "Not the week I was hoping for since finishing chemo.

Dianne Buswell has shared an update on her dad's health, revealing he has undergone his first round of chemotherapy in Australia.The Strictly Come Dancing pro, 34, let her fans know her dad was in hospital due to health issues in early November, after she appeared rather emotional during an episode of Strictly. Dianne, who is currently competing on the BBC One show with Bobby Brazier, has now updated fans on her dad's condition, saying she is "so proud of him" but wishes she could be by his side to "support" him in person.

Amy Dowden was seen fighting tears as she appeared in a pre-recorded clip on The One Show filmed during her cancer treatment. The Strictly Come Dancing star left her co-stars, celebrity pals and fans emotional last week as she revealed she'd finished chemotherapy.

Strictly Come Dancing star Saffron Barker has gone Instagram official with her new rugby player boyfriend, Louis Rees-Zammit.The 23 year old YouTube sensation, who danced her way into our hearts on the BBC show in 2019, shared a sweet snap of them sharing a kiss. After a whirlwind few days that included attending a film premiere and a fun night out in Cardiff with pals, Saffron even got to spend some quality time with Louis' mum, Maxine. Strictly star Amy Dowden responded to Saffron's Instagram post, saying: "Happy for you, Saf." Dancer Abbie Quinnen simply commented: "Adorable".

BBC Strictly star Amy Dowden playfully 'threw shade' at Dianne Buswell during a new gameshow, leaving Strictly Come Dancing fans in fits of laughter.The new game also saw Layton Williams comment "sorry" to one of the stars. Amy, the Welsh dancing queen, decided to test this season's contestants on their Strictly knowledge with her fun-filled trivia game, Gamey with Amy.The stars took a break from their dance rehearsals to answer some Strictly-themed questions.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas has revealed that professional dancer Amy Dowden is hoping to be back on screen for the Christmas shows. Amy, 33, has been having chemotherapy for breast cancer and has taken time off the show while she has treatment, sharing her experience with her Instagram followers and raising awareness. She recently rang the bell to signify the end of her chemotherapy in an emotional video posted to the social media platform.

Strictly Come Dancing stars have praised “hero” Amy Dowden for finishing her eighth and final round of chemotherapy.

Strictly Come Dancing stars have praised "hero" Amy Dowden for finishing her eighth and final round of chemotherapy. The 33 year old professional dancer shared a video on Instagram of the moment she rang a chemotherapy bell, marking the end of her treatment.

Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden has said "I'll never be the same Amy again" after ringing the chemotherapy bell at hospital in a tear-jerking video.The 33 year old professional dancer has bravely been battling stage three breast cancer over the past year, as she's shared many emotional updates to Instagram. Her post on Thursday, 9 November was one of thankfulness and joy as she reached the milestone of finishing her chemotherapy treatment, although she shared that she is awaiting an MRI scan to determine if she needs more surgery.

Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden revealed she “cried all morning” as she reached a significant milestone in her journey fighting breast cancer.The 33 year old announced in June that she had undergone a mastectomy after discovering she had stage three breast cancer, and has been keeping her followers updated on her journey ever since. In her latest update, Amy put on a huge smile as she was snapped standing outside the hospital holding up eight fingers, letting her followers know that it was her “last chemo”.The professional dancer wrote in the caption: “It’s chemo number 8! The last one! We are finally here.” Amy continued: “I’ve cried all morning! Right an afternoon of chemo and then I’m so lucky and grateful to be able to ring that bell! Will never take it for granted! Thank you to the incredible Sheldon Unit! You are all amazing #nhs, all #trueheroes.

Strictly Come Dancing star has delighted her co-stars and followers as she reached a major milestone in her cancer journey. The dancer has been openly sharing her journey with her social media following after being diagnosed with stage three breast cancer earlier this year.

Amy Dowden has said she 'can't believe it' as she offered a fresh update on her cancer journey. The Strictly Come Dancing star took to social media to confirm that she will undergo her final round of chemotherapy treatment this Thursday (November 9) after her latest blood results came back.

Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden left 'emotional' as she admitted she's 'never going to be the same again' amid her last round of chemotherapy. The dancer is days away from finishing her multiple rounds of chemotherapy treatment after undergoing a hysterectomy earlier this year.

Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden will return to TV screens tonight (7 November), as she joins pal and Dragons’ Den star Sara Davies on Celebrity Antiques Road Trip.The pair first met when Sara appeared as a contestant on Strictly in 2021, and will go head-to-head alongside experts Natasha Raskin Sharp and Steven Moore to see who can uncover the most interesting antiques and make the most money at auction. In a clip released before the show airs tonight, Dragons’ Den entrepreneur Sara has said she made it her “mission” to have Amy as a friend when she appeared on Strictly.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Amy Dowden shared her joy as she heads into her final week of chemotherapy treatment, saying she had the "biggest smile". Amy, 33, announced in June that she had undergone a mastectomy after discovering she had stage three breast cancer.Taking on Instagram on Monday, Amy shared her joy over her upcoming appointments this week, saying it has felt "such a distance" away.

Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden has said going through treatment for breast cancer has resulted in the “toughest year” of her life. The 33-year-old appeared on the Stand Up To Cancer live show on Channel 4 at the Francis Crick Institute to celebrate a decade of the appeal for Cancer Research UK.

Strictly Come Dancing sweetheart Amy Dowden has emotionally revealed how undergoing treatment for breast cancer has resulted in the “toughest year” of her life. The pro dancer, 33, appeared on the Stand Up To Cancer live show at the Francis Crick Institute to celebrate a decade of the appeal for Cancer Research UK.

Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden has said the "finish line is in sight" as she shared a hopeful and positive snap of her going through chemotherapy treatment with her followers. The 33 year old professional dancer has been going through months of gruelling hospital visits, despite doing all she can to stay involved with the latest series of the BBC competition show and even turning up to the live shows. After one of her most heartbreaking milestones yet, which saw the Welsh star making the decision to shave off her long blonde locks in a bid to take control of the hair loss, Amy is now seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.

Strictly Come Dancing star Ellie Leach has branded dance partner Vito Coppola 'the most dramatic' after viewers were left concerned that he'd suffered an injury during last week's show. It comes as the pair made an appearance on Wednesday night's It Takes Two and addressed the 'serious' moment they shared at the end of their week five paso doble.