BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans 'in tears' after Amy Dowden update on cancer battle

Amy Dowden has issued an emotional, lengthy statement a year on from announcing her cancer diagnosis. Amy, who says doctors found "no evidence" of disease back in February, has been keeping fans updated on her cancer journey since her diagnosis.

In a new post, the BBC pro dancer and Strictly Come Dancing star Amy wrote: "These past few weeks and especially days I’ve constantly been thinking this time last year I was having this test, or this appointment. A year ago today it was confirmed what we thought it was but it became reality and my life changed forever when the Dr said we are sorry Amy it’s cancer. I can’t believe it’s been a year and all what my body has been through and achieved.

"A year ago Ben, myself and my twin sister cried together and had to pull ourselves together as we had to break the news to my parents and just knowing the heart ache and worry it was going to cause. I used to lay awake for hours with my mind going to all sorts of places, would I make it to Christmas, would I dance again, how’s Ben going to cope, I don’t want to lose my hair , you name it.

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"I wish I knew then how I would be a year on. I told myself constantly this too shall pass and a year on, my hair growing back, my energy getting better and better, back dancing and most importantly spending time with my family and friends and appreciating life.

"I have a new body i’m still learning to accept and like, but do you know what it got me through the hardest time and I’m so proud of myself. Too many people are affected by cancer and I’ll do all I can now to raise awareness and give back.

"To those struggling right now I’m sending you love and strength. To those family and friends who stuck by me I’m forever grateful to you! I know I’m lucky and blessed for another shot at life, here’s to a healthier, better, happier and dancing year ahead! …. Now a gentle reminder have you checked your chest this month?

"Early detection can save lives." In reply, one person wrote: "Absolutely proudest and in awe of you and your strength, resilience, drive, determination, courage and unending selflessness." Another added that they had become emotional watching the video: "Got really choked up watching this.

"My son's a twin and he's now at 3.5 and 2 years in remission. What you and all of your family when through I'm sorry you joined our club. Worst club in the world full of the best people x."