28-05-2025
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Strictly's Amy Dowden on 'tough decision' after cancer diagnosis
Strictly's Amy Dowden on 'tough decision' after cancer diagnosis
The professional dancer from Caerphilly took to Instagram to express her feelings after her BBC documentary, Strictly Amy: Cancer and Me, was nominated for the National TV Awards (NTA)
Amy Dowden's "poignant" and "honest" documentary Strictly Amy: Cancer and Me has been nominated for an NTA
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Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden has reflected on her decision to let a filming team follow her journey following cancer diagnosis.
The professional dancer from Caerphilly took to Instagram to express her feelings after her BBC documentary, Strictly Amy: Cancer and Me, was nominated for the National TV Awards (NTA). On her Instagram story, the dancing star said it had been a "tough decision" to let a film crew document her "raw emotion". On her social media platform, she wrote: "I still cannot believe my BBC documentary Strictly Amy: cancer and me has made the long list of [NTA] nominations.
"It was a tough decision letting the cameras in and filming the raw emotion of what it is like to be dealt with a cancer diagnosis. Following me every step of the way.
"But, even through all the challenges I find myself feeling extremely proud.
"Daily I get messages off those who are now checking themselves, or having built the courage to go to the GP.
"This was the goal from day one, to spread awareness and get as many people checking as possible because early detection can save lives."
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Strictly Amy: Cancer and Me has been nominated in the 'Authored Documentary' category alongside Love Island star Molly Mae's documentary, Molly-Mae: Behind It All, Freddie Flintoff's documentary, Flintoff, which followed his recovery from a near-fatal car crash while filming Top Gear in 2022, Boyzone: No Matter What and Sir Chris Hoy: Finding Hope amongst other documentaries.
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The dancer then noted that voting for the National TV Awards would be closing on Friday, May 30.
She said: "Voting closes on Friday, I am truly grateful for all the support I've received".
In 2023, the Strictly star was diagnosed with breast cancer, which led to her undergoing a mastectomy and intensive chemotherapy.
During her cancer journey, the professional dancer decided to document her experience, which focused on her battle for her health, a future family and a return to the dancefloor.
Strictly Amy: Cancer and Me was described as a "powerfully honest" documentary.
In February 2024, Amy received the uplifting news of 'no evidence of the disease'.
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Since then, the ballroom dancer has been unwavering in her commitment to raising awareness of the disease, providing regular heartfelt updates to her followers.
Recently, the star was presented with the sweet pea in a special event at the Royal Chelsea Flower Show, before heading over to Dubai for a much-needed holiday in Dubai with her husband Ben Jones.
