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Amber Davies: Strictly Star's Health 'Annihilated' Her
3 Apr
Summary
- Strictly Come Dancing 'annihilated' Davies, impacting her health.
- Davies fell ill with flu and infections after intense rehearsals.
- She resumed work too soon, worsening her condition significantly.
Actress Amber Davies, 29, recently shared a candid health update on her podcast, detailing the severe impact of her demanding schedule. Davies revealed that her time on Strictly Come Dancing "annihilated" her, leaving her feeling physically and emotionally depleted.
Following Strictly, Davies began rehearsals for Legally Blonde: The Musical. She explained that an already run-down immune system from intense preparation led to her contracting the flu, which quickly spread. Despite feeling unwell, she pushed through, prioritizing the show's demands.
Her illness escalated into a chest and sinus infection, treated with antibiotics. Davies acknowledged returning to work prematurely as her "first error," as the infection had not fully cleared. Driven by a "show must go on" mentality, she eventually experienced a dramatic worsening of her condition, struggling with energy and voice loss.
Further medical tests revealed her infection levels were "through the roof." Davies is now recovering after an extended course of antibiotics and steroids. She reflected on the ordeal, expressing guilt for overexerting herself but recognizing it as a crucial wake-up call to heed her body's warnings.
