Amy Dowden Seeks Family After Cancer Battle

Strictly Come Dancing professional Amy Dowden expressed her desire to have a family after freezing five embryos following her breast cancer diagnosis in 2023. Dowden, who underwent a mastectomy and chemotherapy, announced in February 2024 that she had 'no evidence of disease' and returned to the dance competition in September, only to withdraw due to an injury. She discussed her family plans with husband Ben Jones on the 'What If?' podcast, stating they are hopeful to start a family once doctors deem it safe. Dowden reflected on her challenging journey, noting she had to undergo egg retrieval before starting chemotherapy, which induced menopause. Despite her setbacks, including a broken foot that caused her to withdraw from competition, she remains optimistic and focused on living life fully. Dowden has shared her experiences in a BBC documentary, 'Strictly Amy: Cancer And Me.'