Strictly Come Dancing enthusiasts have expressed their worries for professional dancer Amy Dowden after she had to skip the results show due to “unforeseen circumstances”.
Her absence followed a bout of illness after her Halloween performance with celebrity partner JB Gill on Saturday. A representative for Amy shared: “Amy was feeling unwell, so an ambulance was called as a precaution.
“She is feeling much better and would like to thank the Strictly family for their love and concern. We request Amy’s privacy in matters of health is kindly respected.”
The East of England Ambulance Service also provided details, stating: “We were called just after 9pm on Saturday to attend a medical emergency at Elstree Studios in Borehamwood.
“An ambulance was dispatched to the scene, and one patient, an adult female, was taken to Barnet Hospital for further care,” reports the Mirror.
During the broadcast, host Tess Daly made a brief comment regarding Amy’s situation before announcing the dance-off contenders.
She mentioned: “Before we get started, Amy is unable to be with us for tonight’s show.”
JB Gill, who attended the results show solo, hinted at his continuation in the series. Speaking to Claudia Winkleman, he said: “Honestly, I am beside myself, and Amy is, of course, going to be so happy (about not being in the bottom two) that we are through to icons week. It’s an amazing feeling.”
Fans of Strictly Come Dancing expressed concern and sent well-wishes to professional dancer Amy via social media after she couldn’t perform in the show’s Halloween special. Supporters were quick to commend Lauren Oakley for taking up Amy’s role alongside Carlos Gu with such short notice.
One viewer posted: “Hoping Amy Dowden is doing ok and wishing her well #StrictlyComeDancing #strictly.”
Another expressed their concern, writing: “I hope Amy is ok. Given her recent recovery I can’t help but worry for her. Sending love and hope she’ll be back soon. #Strictly.”
A third fan was impressed by Lauren’s quick learning: “Hang on, Lauren only had 20 minutes to learn that, as an Amy replacement?? Wow, you would not have known #Strictly.”
An admirer added: “Shoutout to the amazing Lauren, who learned this routine in 20 mins because she stepped in to replace Amy!! #Strictly.” (sic)
“I feel so bad for JB stood on his own!!! Hope Amy gets well soon, and they both get back on that dance floor next week #strictly,” commented another fan.
Amy and her partner JB scored 32 points for their Halloween Scarecrow-themed Foxtrot. Despite facing the dance-off last weekend and emerging victorious, ensuring Paul Merson’s exit, Amy’s absence was felt this week.
The competition tightens as another celebrity couple will leave the Strictly stage this week. The remaining ten pairs are set to dazzle with performances during the upcoming icons-themed episode as Strictly Come Dancing continues on Saturday at 6.30pm on BBC One.