Strictly Come Dancing professional Amy Dowden is set to return to the dance floor with a new partner, Rylan Clark, for a special Children in Need performance on Friday, November 13. The duo will dedicate their routine to Rylan's mum, Linda.
Amy, who was voted off the 2026 series in week two alongside celebrity partner Chris Appleton, confirmed the news on Instagram. She posted a smiling selfie with Rylan and wrote: "The news is out, I'll be dancing with the lovely @rylan this Friday for @bbccin, dedicating his dance to his mum. Tune in this Friday to see #strictly #childreninneed #bbccin #letsgo."
Rehearsals Underway
The pair have already been training for the performance. Amy teased that her new partner has "good hip action" during an appearance on Tuesday's edition of Strictly's BBC2 spin-off, It Takes Two.
This will be Amy's second consecutive early exit from the competition, having been the first couple voted off in the previous year's series with Thomas Skinner. Despite her elimination, she continues to appear in the Strictly ballroom each weekend to support her fellow professionals.
Fan Reactions
Singer Katherine Jenkins responded to Amy's announcement, commenting: "OMG dream team!!!!" Fans also shared their excitement, with one writing: "Aww good luck you two!" Another commented: "Can't wait to see you two gorgeous peeps grace the dance floor!!"
The performance will be part of the BBC charity show's hosts taking part in a special Strictly-inspired routine with some of the professional dancers.
