Amy Dowden admits Strictly is 'very very tough' before backstage collapse

Amy's Struggle

Amy Dowden, the Welsh pro dancer on Strictly Come Dancing, has candidly admitted that this year's competition is proving to be exceptionally challenging for her. Amy, who battles Crohn's Disease and has been fighting cancer for nearly 18 months, encountered a health scare backstage just hours after acknowledging the tough nature of the show.

Backstage Collapse

Following her acknowledgment of the competition's toughness, Amy collapsed backstage during Saturday night's show. Despite her condition, Amy managed to secure fifth place on the leaderboard with a foxtrot performance during the Halloween special. However, her health took a serious turn shortly after, leading to her collapse and subsequent absence from the show.

Replacement Partner

As Amy recovers, Lauren Oakley, 33, will step in to partner JB Gill, 37, for training and their upcoming performance. JB was seen standing alone on the staircase during the results show, where it was revealed that he would be advancing to the next week of the competition.

Unprecedented Situation

Amy's health scare marks an unprecedented event in Strictly Come Dancing's 20-year history, as no professional dancer has ever had to drop out of the competition due to health reasons. Despite this setback, Amy remains determined and optimistic about returning to the dance floor in the future.