Amy Dowden Exits Strictly Due to Shin Fracture

Amy Dowden, a professional dancer on Strictly Come Dancing, has had to withdraw from the competition due to an insufficiency stress fracture in her shin, not a foot injury as initially reported. Dowden, who is in remission from breast cancer, expressed her heartbreak and sadness at leaving the show, where she felt she had regained her sense of self. Her celebrity partner, JB Gill, will now dance with Lauren Oakley for the remainder of the series. Despite the setback, Dowden received an outpouring of support from her fellow dancers and the Strictly community. She hopes to return in some capacity before the series ends and emphasizes that the injury is unrelated to her previous health issues. Dowden also expressed gratitude for her time on the show, citing it as a positive force during her recovery.