Amy Dowden

Amy Dowden has been part of the BBC Strictly Come Dancing family as a professional dancer since 2017, joining the show for its fifteenth series. Amy reached week five in 2017 and week eight for 2018.

Amy and her dance partner, Ben Jones, are the current British National Champions in Latin American Dance. Amy and Ben are also engaged and plan to marry in 2020. Get all the latest news on Amy Dowden here!

Last Updated On | 12 Feb 2026

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Strictly's Amy Dowden admits she almost gave up dancing on Lorraine

The Strictly professional was first diagnosed with breast cancer back in 2023 and underwent a second mastectomy at the end of last year

Amy Dowden announces difficult health update – and confirms break from Strictly

The 35-year-old Strictly professional has assured fans that the surgery is not to treat a new cancer diagnosis, but a result of advice from her medical team

Strictly star showered with support after sharing sunset wedding photos

Amy Dowden was diagnosed with breast cancer following her honeymoon in 2023

Exclusive: Strictly's Amy Dowden reveals hopes to start a family in the future – 'It wouldn't be safe now'

The Strictly professional returned to the BBC show following her cancer diagnosis last year

Amy Dowden reflects on feeling 'robbed' following last year's shock Strictly exit

The Welsh dancer was partnered with JB Gill

Amy Dowden surprises fans with unexpected return to Strictly after shock exit

The beloved Strictly Come Dancing professional withdrew from the competition this month

Strictly star JB Gill breaks silence following partner Amy Dowden's devastating exit from the show

The JLS star will now be partnered with Lauren Oakley

Amy Dowden breaks silence after Strictly Come Dancing exit: 'My heart is breaking right now'

Lauren Oakley will be stepping in to perform alongside JB Gill

Who is Strictly's Lauren Oakley? Meet the pro stepping in for Amy Dowden

The professional dancer recently stepped in for her co-star Amy Dowden

Strictly's Amy Dowden 'doing much better' in new update after collapsing backstage

The Strictly Come Dancing star was taken to hospital on Saturday

Amy Dowden inundated with support after collapsing backstage

The 34-year-old is feeling better after being taken to hospital on Saturday

Amy Dowden rushed to hospital in ambulance after Strictly Come Dancing live show - details

The Welsh professional dancer was taken to Barnet Hospital shortly after performing the Foxtrot

Amy Dowden glows in £10 Asda T-shirt for empowering photo

The Strictly Come Dancing professional was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2023

Amy Dowden celebrates emotional moment following Strictly ballroom comeback

The pro dancer made her Strictly comeback on Saturday night

Amy Dowden reveals Strictly return will be 'beautiful' for her family after their 'struggle'

The Strictly pro was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2023

Amy Dowden makes emotional return to Strictly in dazzling pink dress – see details

The pro dancer was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2023

Strictly's major celebration to welcome Amy Dowden's return revealed

The professional dancer is returning to the show after undergoing a mastectomy and chemotherapy

Strictly's Amy Dowden discusses 'protective' husband Ben following life-changing honeymoon

The Strictly Come Dancing star was diagnosed with cancer shortly after her honeymoon in 2023

Strictly's Amy Dowden is resplendent in sheer corset wedding dress as she discusses 'tough' marriage

The Strictly star married Ben Jones in Wales in 2022

Amy Dowden reveals exciting news after confirming return to Strictly Come Dancing

Amy Dowden: Fight of My Life will air on BBC One and iPlayer this summer

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Strictly's Amy Dowden stuns in cut-out jumpsuit during lavish getaway to Portugal

The professional dancer was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2023

Princess Kate's incredibly generous offer to Amy Dowden during chemotherapy revealed

The Princess of Wales revealed her own cancer diagnosis in March

Amy Dowden, Catherine Zeta-Jones and more lead tributes after Princess Kate's cancer diagnosis

The Princess of Wales revealed her diagnosis through a personal video message

Amy Dowden reveals how the loss of Robin Windsor has impacted Strictly family

Robin passed away aged 44 in February

Amy Dowden shares joyous news following cancer treatment: 'No evidence of disease'

The Strictly Come Dancing star was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2023

Strictly's Amy Dowden makes return to social media with heartbreaking message: 'Still missing and craving'

The Strictly legend was diagnosed with cancer last year

Amy Dowden reveals how husband Ben Jones is supporting her through her cancer treatment

The Strictly Come Dancing star opened up about her cancer diagnosis back in May

Amy Dowden supported by fans following heartbreaking announcement: '2023 is certainly not my year'

The Strictly professional has been living with breast cancer over the past few months

Amy Dowden shares emotional update as she reaches cancer treatment milestone

The Strictly Come Dancing star was diagnosed with breast cancer earlier in the year

Strictly pros' glitzy weddings: From Karen Hauer's 130-acre hotel to Graziano Di Prima's castle

Janette Manrara, Lauren Oakley and Amy Dowden have also shared peeks inside their nuptials

Amy Dowden inundated with support as she celebrates incredible news amid cancer treatment

Strictly professional Amy Dowden was diagnosed with breast cancer earlier in the year

Celebrities who have battled breast cancer: Amy Dowden, Kylie Minogue & more

From Amy Dowden to Kylie Minogue, these brave women have shared details of their breast cancer journeys and it's something we can all learn from this Breast Cancer Awareness Month