Amy Dowden reveals 'sleepless nights' after second cancer scare amid fears she would miss Strictly a

what would you do if you're faced with a life-changing challenge Amy da in the Beloved strictly dancer found herself grappling with his very question when life threw her an unexpected twist before diving in don't forget to subscribe to our Channel and hit that like button after a beautiful honeymoon with a husband Ben Jones in 2023 am's World took a daunting term she was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer a storm that shattered the fifth and her peace the news hit hard leaving her and her loved ones reeling uh the year 2021 was particularly tumultuous she end a mastectomy endured grueling chemotherapy sessions and faced near fatal complications from sepsis now Annie recently shared that during a follow-up appointment doctors uncovered another form of cancer that reignited her fears in a heartfelt clip from her upcoming BBC doc doumentary strictly Amy cancer and me she explained how the anxiety overwhelmed her it was a real fright she admitted real revealing the sleepless nights and fears of being unable to return to the dance floor I hope you are very mine and I have been fortunate to help everyone you take a care of that and that and so far the moment the doctors called with concerning news Amy felt a wave of disbelief she couldn't fa them reliving the harrowing cycle of treatments not to mention missing out on of her beloved Strictly Come Dancing again now her journey will be chronicled in the documentary airing on August 26 capturing both her struggles and triumphs during an agonizingly challenging year through which she candidly discusses the painful online bullying she faced where some critics unfairly labeled her as self-centered during her battle late nights are often filled with worry and health impacts from steroids leading her to toss and turn in bed the weight of negative comments only added to her top female distress pushing her to advocate for better protections against online [Music] harassment and inner powerful words when someone is bulled online and they take their own life it resembles manslaughter she stated emphasizing the need for accountability her experience highlighted the often overlooked effects of cyber bul go back as she embraced her baldness and performed with courage on stage Annie faced the truth that some friends vanished from her life upon learning of Her diagnosis yet with unyielding support from her family and strictly colleagues she prepared to face the challenges ahead uh gearing up for the next strictly season Amy expressed her greatest fear losing her place on the show The Thought haunted her as she faced her reality driven by a strong desire to dance once more and reflecting on her journey Amy noted how undergoing treatment left her exhausted yet longing for the rhythm of dance it was a far cry from the excitement she felt just before her honeymoon when life seemed beautifully simple and personal insights emerged during her ordeal leading to a poignant realization she hopes her documentary inspires others to actively engage with their health urging everyone to recognize symptoms and seek medical advice promptly uh recently after announcing her comeback and he celebrated a year since her first surgery thrilled and thankful to return she shared her enthusiasm with heartfelt gratitude on Instagram emphasizing a joy of rejoining that vibrant dance Community she loves and Final singing to keep you religious singing that is made up of the full dance community and the warmth of support from fellow dancers showcase the strong ties forged on the strictly stage I'm so glad to see you here where you should be said diamas swell eing the sentiments of many who admire an's resilience and passion en closing tackling life's challenges require strength and bravery let's remember laughter can be healing too what did one dancer say to the other during treatment we'll just have a Toral way of pain or or maybe uh with that said thanks for watching and until next time