STRICTLY’S Amy Dowden has disclosed her husband’s stern warning as she prepares for her next dance with the controversial star Thomas Skinner.
The professional dancer, 35, is partnered with the 34-year-old star, who is facing some off-screen controversies.




after she was paired with Thomas, amidst his off-screen controversies.
However, determined Amy, who has triumphed over breast cancer, is committed to
Last weekend, the duo's Paso Doble during the first live show of the series received mixed reviews from fans.
They are eager to move forward and are diligently rehearsing a salsa for Saturday’s show.
Yet, Amy has shared that her husband Benjamin has issued a warning as she practices the challenging routine with Thomas.
While discussing the demanding choreography, she mentioned, “Even my husband said, please be careful.”
Her husband’s concerns arise as Amy noted that the dance does push her body to its limits.
The dancer stated she would “never have been able to perform the dance last year,” shortly after her battle with breast cancer.
Meanwhile, Thomas’ journey on Strictly has already been complicated.
It followed revelations of his infidelity with another woman, just weeks after his wedding in May 2022.
In an emotional interview last month, he confessed that his “two-week fling” was a “moment of madness” that nearly “ruined his life.”
However, the woman involved, , claims the affair was much more serious than he admitted.
Over the weekend, to the news of his infidelity.
Speaking to Daily Mail , he stated: “It wasn’t difficult for me because I acknowledge the mistakes I’ve made in my life, but it was awful for my poor wife to read it all, and that’s why I feel guilty.

“We had already moved past this. I’m doing Strictly and I’m in the public eye now.
“My entire life has been scrutinized and my poor wife has to read something that she has already moved on from.”
Continuing, Thomas shared with the outlet: “It took a long time for her to forgive me, and we have worked hard at it.
“I will never claim to be perfect, but it was difficult for me to see my wife relive all of this. She assured me that it wouldn’t break us, it wouldn’t ruin us.
“She told me that she loves me dearly, and I love her too.”
Thomas also mentioned to The Sun that despite the recent backlash he has faced,
He expressed: “I’m absolutely thrilled about Strictly.
“I’ve been putting in a lot of effort with Amy and enjoying dancing more than I anticipated.
“I’ve fallen in love with dancing, and I have definitely improved.
“I’m looking forward to the live show and showcasing the hard work I’ve put in. I’m feeling happy, positive, and confident.”
Strictly stars who have been compelled to withdraw
Here is a comprehensive list of stars who have been forced to exit the long-running BBC show
Dani Dyer (series 23) – had to withdraw from the competition due to an ankle injury sustained during rehearsals.
Kristian Nairn (series 23) – had to