A Milestone of Hope and Emotion
Strictly Come Dancing professional Amy Dowden has moved her followers by sharing a profoundly emotional update on her cancer journey, just days after undergoing her second mastectomy. The 35-year-old dancer posted a video on her Instagram stories where she was seen ringing the hospital bell, a powerful symbol marking the end of her treatment and signifying she is cancer-free.
A Poignant Anniversary
In the heartfelt clip, Amy broke down in tears, captioning the moment with "Two years ago today." This poignant post comes shortly after she revealed the news of her recent surgery, which unfortunately meant she could not participate in any of the Strictly live shows this year. Her diagnosis came in May 2023 after she discovered a lump in her breast while on her honeymoon.
Recovery and Support from Home
Over the weekend, Amy shared another update from her home, where she is now resting. She posted a picture of herself on the sofa with a cup of tea, surrounded by loved ones, and expressed her support for her Strictly colleagues. "Home, resting up, still got my drain in but rrrrrready for the best entertainment and medicine there is for me..... @bbcstrictly good luck everyone," she wrote, adding, "Cheering you all on from home! Lots of luck and love."
The post was quickly met with an outpouring of love and support. Strictly host Claudia Winkleman was among the first to respond, leaving a string of red heart emojis. Fellow professional dancers Joanne Clifton and Karen Carney also sent their love, while fans flooded the comments with messages calling her "the strongest person" and wishing her a speedy recovery.
