BBC Strictly star Amy Dowden took to her Instagram story to share a poignant message, stating: "I truly hate cancer."

The talented dancer faced her own battle with breast cancer in 2023.

After undergoing a mastectomy and chemotherapy, the 34 year old announced in February 2024 that she had received the all-clear with tests showing "no evidence of disease", setting the stage for her return to Strictly Come Dancing in September 2024.

Despite Amy's steady and hopeful path to recovery, she recently revealed the heart-wrenching news that a friend she made during treatment, Hannah, had sadly succumbed to the illness earlier this year. In a touching tribute on her Instagram story, Amy wrote: "Life is cruel and I truly hate cancer!".

"A beautiful soul, Hannah, I met during treatment. Our appoi

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