Strictly’s Amy Dowden returns to show to support JB Gill and new partner Lauren Oakley

STRICTLY Come Dancing star Amy Dowden has returned to the show to support her dance partner JB Gill as he performs on the dance floor.

The Strictly Come Dancing professional appeared in the Clauditorium to show her support and cheer on JLS star JB Gill, as he takes to the floor without her.

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Amy Dowden returned to support JB Gill and Lauren Oakley on StrictlyCredit: BBC
JB Gill was left alone on last week's results after Amy Dowden was rushed to hospital

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JB Gill was left alone on last week’s results after Amy Dowden was rushed to hospitalCredit: BBC

Amy Dowden missed the results programme last week after she was rushed to hospital after suddenly being taken ill, leaving JB stood on his own for the Sunday night results.

It was then confirmed by bosses this week that Amy would be replaced both for rehearsals and the live show. following her collapse last week.

Later in the show, Tessa introduced JB Gill and Lauren Oakley ahead of their Couple’s Choice to a Bruno Mars medley.

After taking to the dance floor, the JLS star earned an impressive judges score of 39 out of 40.

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Judge Craig Revel Horwood congratulated JB as he declared: “My god commercial is your thing.”

His sentiments were echoed across the judges, with head judge Shirley Ballas adding: “That was sensational.”

JB also touched upon the partner swap in the Clauditorium as he stood alongside Amy and Lauren.

Lauren added: “We just wanted to make Amy proud.”

“Thank you you two, I just wish I was there with you,” added Amy.

Before the Saturday night show, Amy shared a sweet tribute to JB and Lauren as she wrote on Instagram: “

Wishing these two the absolute best of luck tonight! I’m going to be your biggest cheerleader!

“@jbgill it says everything how you’ve been able to adapt to a new professional, produce such a great number ( so excited for everyone to see) whilst supporting me! I’m so lucky! You’re a STAR! I know what tonight means to you! Thank you!

“@laurenmayoakley thank you, I knew Jay would be in safe hands and have a fabulous time with you! You know I’ve always adored your dancing since I ran up to you in Blackpool tower at eightyears old to tell you! Thank you darling!

“@lizzie.gough you for choreographing such a brilliant routine! LOVE IT! Thank you!”

Amy then turned her attention to her Strictly fans as she wrote: “Also a big thank you for all the love and support I’ve received this past week.

“So grateful and certainly helped!”

“Now tune into the first ever ICONS week on Strictly!”

Amy Dowden joined her fellow celebrities in the Clauditorium to show her support

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Amy Dowden joined her fellow celebrities in the Clauditorium to show her support
JB Gill performed his Couple's Choice alongside Lauren Oakley, earning 39 out of 40

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JB Gill performed his Couple’s Choice alongside Lauren Oakley, earning 39 out of 40