Strictly Come Dancing contestant, Amy Dowden, has been forced to withdraw from the competition due to a foot injury, leaving her heartbroken. Dowden, who bravely battled breast cancer last year, had been looking forward to returning to the dance floor after receiving a clean bill of health earlier this year. However, a recent episode saw her collapse and require hospitalisation, leading to her decision to step down from the show.
The Welsh professional dancer took to Instagram to express her sadness over leaving the competition, stating that she felt like herself again after overcoming cancer and that dancing had become her focus and passion. Dowden had been paired with JB Gill for the show and the two had been building a strong friendship and impressive dance routines, including topping the leaderboard in week one. She expressed her gratitude to JB and her fans, promising to return to dancing as soon as possible.
A representative from Strictly Come Dancing confirmed Dowden’s departure and announced that fellow professional dancer Lauren Oakley would step in as JB’s new partner for the remainder of the series. The show’s priority is the health and wellbeing of all participants, and they sent their love and well wishes to Dowden for her recovery.
Despite the setback, Dowden remains positive and hopeful for the future, expressing her determination to get back to dancing soon. Fans and colleagues have shown their support for Dowden during this difficult time, and she remains grateful for the opportunity to have been part of the show once again.
The news of Dowden’s withdrawal from Strictly Come Dancing has saddened fans and highlighted the challenges that can arise unexpectedly in the world of competitive dance. As Dowden focuses on her recovery, her resilience and spirit serve as an inspiration to all who are facing their own struggles, reminding us of the importance of perseverance and positivity in the face of adversity.