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Strictly Star Amy Dowden Undergoes Second Mastectomy, Remains Positive
12 Nov
Summary
- Strictly co-star Carlos Gu provides health update on Amy Dowden after her second mastectomy
- Dowden diagnosed with breast cancer in 2023, has undergone treatment including chemotherapy
- Dowden remains positive and engaged with Strictly despite recovery from surgery
On November 12, 2025, Strictly star Amy Dowden's co-star Carlos Gu provided an update on her health following Dowden's second mastectomy surgery. Gu, who appeared on ITV's Lorraine show alongside his dance partner Karen Carney, revealed that Dowden is recovering better than expected from the procedure, which took place just last week.
Dowden, 32, was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2023, less than a year after marrying fellow dancer Benjamin Jones. She has been open about her treatment, which has included a mastectomy, chemotherapy, and fertility treatment. Last week, Dowden underwent a second mastectomy as part of her ongoing care.
Despite the challenges, Gu described Dowden as remarkably positive, saying "She's so positive, asking me to send a video, give comments, a score. She's doing good." Dowden has remained engaged with Strictly, even tuning in to watch the recent Celebrity Traitors finale from her hospital bed.
In a social media post, Dowden shared that the surgery went well, and she is now resting at home as she continues her recovery. She expressed gratitude for the support from her fans and fellow dancers, including Claudia Winkleman and Ashley James, who sent messages of love and encouragement.
Despite being the first contestant eliminated from this year's Strictly, Dowden remains determined to represent cancer survivors and show that there is life after a diagnosis. As she focuses on her health, her Strictly family and supporters continue to rally behind her.
