She was supported by her Strictly co-stars after the update Amy Dowden was flooded with support as she marked a special occasion. The Strictly Come Dancing star was diagnosed with breast cancer last year and underwent a mastectomy and fertility treatment . The Welsh dancer has kept fans updated with her health journey and is on the road to recovery as she will return to compete on next season of Strictly.
It has been a special weekend for Amy as she has celebrated her 34th birthday alongside her twin, Becky. She took to Instagram to share details of her celebrations as she reflected on a rollercoaster past 12 months. She said: "Such a lush a birthday weekend! Thank you to all who sent birthday wishes.
Forever grateful and as always a gentle reminder to #checkyourchest birthday girls #twins #grateful #fun #family #friends #love #laughter #whatadifferenceayearmakes" Members of the Strictly cast took to the comments to share messages of support after the update. Johannes Radebe said: "Looks like you guys had a blast. " EastEnders star Emma Barton posted: "Happy Birthday beautiful lady.
" A fan named Gill said: "Wow. What a difference a year makes! So good to see you smiling again. Happy Birthday!" Amy has regularly shared candid updates about her health journey.
She took to Instagram in May to mark the anniversary of when she received her diagnosis. She said: "These past few weeks and especially days I’ve constantly been thinking this time last year I was having this test, or this appointment. A year ago today it was confirmed what we thought it was but it became reality and my life changed forever when the Dr said we are sorry Amy it’s cancer.
"I can’t believe it’s been a year and all what my body has been through and achieved. A year ago Ben, myself and my twin sister cried together and had to pull ourselves together as we had to break the news to my parents and just knowing the heartache and worry it was going to cause. "I used to lay awake for hours with my mind going to all sorts of places, would I make it to Christmas, would I dance again, how’s Ben going to cope, I don’t want to lose my hair , you name it.
I wish I knew then how I would be a year on. "I told myself constantly this too shall pass and a year on, my hair growing back, my energy getting better and better, back dancing and most importantly spending time with my family and friends and appreciating life. "I have a new body I'm still learning to accept and like, but do you know what it got me through the hardest time and I’m so proud of myself.
Too many people are affected by cancer and I’ll do all I can now to raise awareness and give back. "To those struggling right now I’m sending you love and strength. To those family and friends who stuck by me I’m forever grateful to you! "I know I’m lucky and blessed for another shot at life, here’s to a healthier, better, happier and dancing year ahead! .
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Now a gentle reminder have you checked your chest this month? Early detection can save lives.".
