Amy Dowden Withdraws from Strictly Come Dancing Due to Injury

The professional dancer steps back to focus on recovery, with Lauren Oakley taking her place alongside JB Gill.

Dowden, who returned to Strictly in 2024 after battling breast cancer, has been forced to leave the competition due to a foot injury.
Lauren Oakley, a fellow professional dancer, will partner with JB Gill for the remainder of the season.
Dowden expressed her heartbreak over the situation, having felt a renewed sense of self after her cancer treatment.
She was hospitalized as a precaution after feeling unwell during a recent live show, but was later feeling better.
Dowden has been open about her health challenges, including Crohn's disease, and remains positive about returning to dance in the future.