Amy Dowden, a 32-year-old Strictly Come Dancing star, has disclosed that she has breast cancer. Close companions Tom and Giovanna Fletcher are providing her with support.
Taking to Instagram, Amy, wrote: ‘Hey all, I’ve got some news which isn’t easy to share.‘I’ve recently been diagnosed with breast cancer but I’m determined to get back on that dance floor before you know it.’
She received overwhelming support from fans and celebrity friends equally, including one of her co-stars on the programme.
Amy joined Strictly in 2017, and in 2021 she was paired with Tom, a member of the band McFly. The duo formed an instantaneous bond that extended to their respective families. Last year, Tom even performed at Amy’s wedding to Ben Jones.
Now, the Fletchers are supporting Amy during difficult circumstances.
‘Tom and Giovanna got straight in the car and came to see me when I told them the news, and we went for a walk,’ recalled Amy to Hello magazine.
Amy, who has stage three breast cancer, added, “Giovanna’s support has been instrumental in my decision to share my story in the hopes of assisting others.”
Amy began examining her breast for lumps after completing the CoppaTrek! – a 100km walk conducted by her friend to raise money for breast cancer charities – because of Giovanni.
‘CoppaFeel! has now potentially saved my life, because I don’t know how long this lump could have been there before I would have noticed and done something about it,’ she explained.
Amy believes that by speaking out, she can now assist others.
In addition, she receives support from her fellow Strictly professionals.
Dianne Buswell wrote on her Instagram post: ‘Our Welsh dragon is going to fight this !!!! and I can not wait for the moment you are back on that dance floor with us. We love you so much Amy.’
Vito Coppola added ‘We are All with you Amy, by your side’, while Nadiya Bychkova shared a heartfelt message: ‘Amy darling Sending you all the love and the strength to get through this. Take care of yourself.’
Sarah James, Strictly’s executive producer said: ‘Amy is an exceptional person, both on and off the dance floor, and is adored by her entire Strictly Come Dancing family.
‘Everyone on the show is sending Amy all our love and she knows that we are all here to support her, whenever she needs us.’
Source My Celebrity Life.