Amy Dowden released an emotional video on Saturday that left her fans in tears, marking a year since her aggressive stage three cancer diagnosis.
The Strictly Come Dancing professional, 33, reflected on the past 12 months since her diagnosis last May and shared a montage of videos and photos documenting her journey and treatment.
The heartfelt post showcased her various chemotherapy sessions, the emotional moment she began losing her hair, and when she eventually shaved it off.
Set to Miley Cyrus’ ballad ‘The Climb,’ the video highlighted Amy’s progress since the devastating news.
She captioned it: ‘These past few weeks and especially days I’ve constantly been thinking this time last year I was having this test, or this appointment.
The Strictly Come Dancing professional, 33, reflected on the past 12 months since her diagnosis last May.
‘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 heart ache 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.
Amy went on: ‘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!’
The professional dancer Amy Dowden added: ‘Now a gentle reminder have you checked your chest this month? Early detection can save lives #breastcancer #breastcancerawareness #breastcanceryoung #checkyourself #oneyearon #mycancerjourney.
She shared a montage of personal videos and photos documenting her journey and treatment that she has taken over the last year.
The heartfelt post showcased her various chemotherapy sessions and different stages of her healing process
In a candid post, Amy Dowden opened up that she couldn’t believe it had been a year since her diagnosis.
She went on to say how much her body had been through and achieved
Marking a year since her diagnosis Emma posted a heartfelt video on Instagram alongside a lengthy caption.
Amy’s followers flooded the comment section with messages of gratitude and admiration for her inspiring post.
‘Wow what a journey, you’re amazing! Well done for bringing awareness and can’t wait to see you dancing again’
‘We love you so much Amy you are the strongest woman ever, so proud of you’
‘I’m so proud of you. How far you have come in a year and how much appreciation for life it has shown you along the way. You are the definition of strength and nothing makes me happier than seeing you bouncing back. Your openness and sharing of your most vulnerable moments is helping more people than you could ever know. Proud to support you.’
‘Got really choked up watching this. My son’s a twin and he’s now at 3.5 and 2 years in remission. What you and all of your family when through I’m sorry you joined our club. Worst club in the world full of the best people x’
‘You should be so proud of yourself & the countless people your journey has touched & more than likely saved xxx’
In February Amy Dowden delighted fans with the news that doctors have found no evidence of cancer in her body, though she will require monthly injections for the next five years.
The Welsh star was diagnosed with cancer just the day after she came home from her honeymoon with Tom Parkes.
She told BBC Breakfast: ‘There I was, living my life to the full on Strictly Come Dancing, just married. Cancer doesn’t discriminate.’
Amy who danced in the final of the most recent series which was won by Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola has vowed to return to Strictly Come Dancing when it returns later in the year.
She shared: ‘I’m working really, really hard and getting my body back with rehab and physio. Got a brilliant team, so fingers crossed I’ll be back on your screens dancing later this year.’
Amy vowed: ‘If Strictly will have me back, I’ll be back,’ and confirmed: ‘The goal and the dream is to be back on the dancefloor, as well. ‘Cause I’ve missed it so, so much.’