Amy Dowden will not compete in this year’s Strictly Come Dancing as she focuses on recovery from a foot injury. The professional dancer expressed her heartbreak on Instagram, recalling her struggle with breast cancer and her desire to return to the dance floor. Lauren Oakley will replace her, partnering with JLS singer JB Gill. Dowden had previously battled cancer and returned to the show, missing last year’s season for treatment. Strictly’s spokesperson emphasized health and well-being as top priorities and voiced support for Dowden during her recovery.