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Strictly's Amy Dowden heartfelt words to JB Gill before he dances without her


Strictly star Amy Dowden has shared a heartfelt message to her dance partner JB Gill and his replacement Lauren Oakley hours before they are due to take to the dance floor

Amy Dowden has sent a heartfelt message to her Strictly Come Dancing partner JB Gill and stand-in Lauren Oakley ahead of tonight's performance. She also had kind words for fellow pro dancer Lauren, who is stepping in for her tonight: "Thank you, I knew Jay would be in safe hands and have a fabulous time with you! Drawing inspiration from the impact made by her documentary about living with Crohn’s disease – which allowed her to "accept" her condition for the very "first time ever" – Amy has been an open book regarding her health challenges.

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