BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden brings two special guests to live show as fans thrilled at return

Amy Dowden revealed she was bringing two special guests with her as she returned to Strictly Come Dancing on Saturday night (October 21). The dancer was seen back in the studio as she joined her fellow professionals and their celebrity partners throughout the latest live show.

Amy, 33, revealed earlier this year that she had been diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer and has since been undergoing treatment while keeping fans updated on social media and raising awareness for people to check their breasts.

The Welsh star underwent a single mastectomy on her right breast and is currently more than half way through having chemotherapy after doctors sadly found more tumours, which has also forced her out of competing in Strictly this year which she previously shared was a massive blow.

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But earlier in the series, Amy made a surprise return to the programme as a surprise guest to read out the voting terms and conditions. And on Saturday night, as week five of the BBC One dance contest took place, the pro was back as she appeared in the 'Claudatorium' where co-hot Claudia Winkleman chats to the couples as they wait for their scores.

And Amy looked fabulous in a sparkling, tasselled Barbie pink dress as she opted for a longer wig after openly documenting her hair loss as a result of her ongoing cancer treatment.

Before appearing on the show, Amy revealed she was taking some special guests with her to Elstree where the hit dance show is broadcast. Taking to Instagram on Saturday after an appearance on Loose Women the previous day, Amy