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Instagram to show fans the extent of her symptoms after her latest Crohn's disease flare up.The Strictly Come Dancing pro filmed herself speaking to the camera as he appealed for advice to manage her symptoms, which she admitted she is “really fed up” of.Amy began: “I was really hoping that I’d wake up today and the swelling would’ve gone down on my face - bit of wishful thinking, I know.“But as soon as I woke up about an hour ago I could feel my eyes were sore, I’d feel the swelling.“And it’s really starting to get me down now….” the pro dancer added.Amy went on: “I’ve tried cold flannels, cooling masks, so any recommendations would be gratefully appreciated.“I have got a video call with the doctor in a bit.”She added: “I’m just starting to get really fed up now because I'm on tour and I just want to be making the most of it and having fun with the amazing gang.“So, I’m feeling pretty fed up and asking if anyone’s got any advice out there.”In a follow-up video, Amy showed the extent of her swelling to the camera as she continued to film herself.She said: “[I got] so many wonderful messages.“Some people are saying that their face was like this when they were on steroids. Lucky enough I’m not on steroids.”Pointing at her under eye area, Amy added: “You can really see the swelling here.

Dan Walker claimed his "helmet saved his life" after being hit by car while out cycling on Monday morning.The former BBC Breakfast presenter, 45, posted an update after telling his Instagram followers about his accident earlier today. Dan shared a selfie of himself on Instagram this afternoon looking bruised up but giving the thumbs up to the camera. He wrote: "Blown away by all the lovely messages.Thank you.

Janette Manrara is happily married to her Strictly co-star Aljaz Skorjanec – and the secret to their happy marriage is very surprising.In a candid interview, the It Takes Two presenter openly spoke about the rather unusual promise Aljaz made during their wedding vows.WATCH: Janette Manrara and Aljaz Skorjanec are all smiles during beach getawaySpeaking to the Express, the professional dancer explained how her love for Disney Parks played a crucial part in the couple's marriage ceremony. "I'm so passionate about Disney Parks, having first visited Walt Disney World aged one," Janette explained."Since then, I think I'm up to 43 visits to just Walt Disney World, we did our mini-moon at Disneyland Paris and Aljaž even said as part of his wedding vows that he would take me to a Disney Park once a year." The happy couple exchanged vows in 2017The duo – who tied the knot in 2017 – celebrated their marriage with a whopping three beautiful ceremonies: one in Bishopsgate, London, a second in Florida, and a third in Janette's native Miami.SEE: Janette Manrara looks picture perfect in stylish bikini and sheer coveringMORE: 12 Strictly pros' showbiz weddings: Graziano Di Prima's castle, Amy Dowden's peninsular & moreTheir big day came seven years after they first met when Janette flew to London to perform alongside Aljaz in Burn The Floor.

Stacey Dooley has posted an adorable clip of her baby daughter Minnie and partner Kevin Clifton to celebrate Valentine's Day. The TV presenter, 35, welcomed her first child with Strictly Come Dancing pro Kevin, 40, in January, and has been keeping her social media followers updated with her life as a new mum. On Tuesday she shared the first glimpse of baby Minnie on Instagram when she posted a gushing tribute to her boyfriend, who is currently away taking part in the Strictly live tour.

The Strictly Come Dancing stars have been enjoying some down time in Glasgow today ahead of tonight's live show at the OVO Hydro - which is the final destination of the tour.

Strictly Come Dancing star’s eyes and face, but she has insisted that this “won’t stop her” from dancing up a storm.According to the NHS, Crohn's disease is “a lifelong condition where parts of the digestive system become inflamed.”It's also a type of the condition known as inflammatory bowel disease - or IBD.Amy took to social media to reveal that her face had puffed up significantly, which is one of the illness’ side effects.Speaking to her Instagram followers yesterday, the Strictly star said: “As much as I love showing you all the fabulous fun things I get to do, this is also my reality.“So living with Crohn’s, the last few days my eyes have properly flared up. “But it’s ok, you keep smiling.The makeup girls do all they can to make me feel amazing and beautiful. “And look, I’ve got a cup of tea and I’m about to go,” she added, before greeting makeup artist Jessie O'Leary.“I was just saying this is the reality of my Crohn’s,” Amy continued.

Strictly star Gemma Atkinson has announced that she's expecting her second child with professional dancer Gorka Marquez.

Gemma Atkinson, 38, and her Strictly Come Dancing partner Gorka Marquez, 32, announced the exciting news on Instagram in a heartwarming post.The couple, who are already parents to their four-year-old daughter Mia, shared they will soon be welcoming a baby boy to their family.The Emmerdale star admitted it was becoming "impossible to hide" her growing baby bump as she shared a series of heartwarming photos.Alongside a picture of her cradling her baby bump, Gemma wrote: "Impossible to hide my belly any longer. I’ve officially 'popped.'"Our baby boy will be joining our family later this year."We feel so incredibly blessed and Grateful to be on this journey again.

Helen Skelton was praised throughout her Strictly shows for her "revenge dances" and the spectacular way she seemed to be overcoming her split from rugby star Richie Myler, who left the marital home when their third child was just four months old.

Soap star Alexandra Mardell has been crowned the winner of Strictly Come Dancing’s Christmas special for 2022.

Strictly Come Dancing fans were gutted when the 2022 series came to an end last weekend.

AMY Dowden has shared details of the horrif body-shaming she expereinced in the dancing industry. Strictly star Amy, who suffers from Crohn's disease, revealed she had received shocking comments from a fellow professional dancer who told her she had a 'thick middle' and a 'fat bottom'.

Strictly Come Dancing in 2018 with a romance building off the dancefloor.

STRICTLY'S Jayde Adams today slammed the show's fans after being attacked over an Amy Dowden "snub'". The comedian, who throughout the series expertly handled cruel trolls, has revealed the latest abusive email she has received.

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans have blasted the Christmas special as "unfair" after the show's winner leaked online. Dozens of fans took to Reddit to hit out against the fact that some of the professionals who weren't seen on this year's series also will not take part in the special episode.

THE winner of the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special has been leaked online – two weeks before the show airs. The festive episode was filmed last night and saw six new celebs compete for the coveted Glitterball Trophy.

BBC Breakfast became awkward after a Strictly Come Dancing star was welcomed on the show. The show took cheeky turn as hosts Jon Kay and Sally Nugent welcomed cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason to the show after he wowed Strictly crowds with his performance last weekend.

Strictly Come Dancing 's Fleur East has addressed the prop incident that led to her restarting her dance-off performance, saying: "The show must go on."

Strictly Come Dancing fans are speculating the show may be fixed after not seeing all of Fleur East's dance-off.

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans are fearing a fan favourite could be in trouble after landing one of the most difficult dance routines the series shows.  As the remaining 10 couples are heading into week seven of the competition, and after the shock elimination of EastEnders’ James Bye and Amy Dowden last week, it’s clear no one is safe.  Ellie Taylor and Johannes Radebe topped the leaderboard during the Halloween special, doing a Couples’ Choice routine inspired by Hocus Pocus to I Put A Spell On You.  However, fans are fearing that this may be a high coming before a fall, as they’ve now been landed with the difficult rumba.  The Cuban dance, which is characterised by slow and determined hip movements, passionate storytelling and requires immaculate posture.  Strictly rumbas have proven to either make or break partners during their stint on the show – and it hasn’t gone unnoticed by fans.  “Absolutely thrilled for Ellie and Jojo, although I sadly sense the glittery trap door next week with that rumba,” wrote one, before adding, “more than happy to be proved wrong.”  “Ellie and johannes rumba who else is scared?” said another.  While another took a quote from Whoopi Goldberg and said: “ellie t, you in danger girl”  Strictly is going back to basics this week after two back-to-back themed episodes.

EASTENDERS star James Bye has branded his Strictly Come Dancing exit as "one of the worst experiences of my life". The 38-year-old became the fifth celebrity to leave the competition when he found himself in the dreaded dance-off for the first time and was up against singer and broadcaster Fleur East, following a Halloween-inspired live show.