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JB Gill seen for first time at Strictly Come Dancing rehearsals with new dance partner Lauren Oakley as she steps in after Amy Dowden collapsed backstage at live show

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JB Gill was seen for the first time since his Strictly Come Dancing partner Amy Dowden collapsed backstage during the live show.

JB Gill was seen for the first time since his Strictly Come Dancing partner Amy Dowden collapsed backstage during the live show on Tuesday.

Heading to rehearsals in London, the JSL star was joined by pro Lauren Oakley, who replaced Amy.

Ballroom dancer Wesh, 34, who is believed to be in remission after battling breast cancer, was rushed to hospital on Saturday night after filming.

JB wrapped himself in a long puffer coat which he layered over a black t-shirt and a pair of Nike shorts.

She completed her sporty look with Adidas sneakers and carried a huge bottle of water for the day.

JB Gill was seen for the first time since his Strictly Come Dancing partner Amy Dowden collapsed backstage during the live show.

Heading to rehearsals in London on Tuesday, the JSL star was accompanied by pro Lauren Oakley, who replaced Amy.

Heading to rehearsals in London on Tuesday, the JSL star was accompanied by pro Lauren Oakley, who replaced Amy.

Paramedics were called to the show’s base in Hertfordshire after 9pm on Saturday night following reports of a “medical emergency”.

A spokesperson for the East of England Ambulance Service said: “We were called shortly after 9pm on Saturday night to a medical emergency at Elstree Studios in Borehamwood.

‘An ambulance was sent to the scene. One patient, an adult woman, was taken to Barnet Hospital for further care.

Moments earlier, the dancer had performed the Foxtrot to Toploader hit Dancing In The Moonlight with her famous partner, JLS star JB Gill.

But fans noticed that the dancer was partially seated during her last performance.

The pair rose to number five in the Strictly rankings after receiving a collective score of 32 from the show’s judges Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel-Horwood, Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du Beke.

A statement from Dowden’s spokesperson confirmed: “Amy was not feeling well and so an ambulance was called as a precaution.”

“He feels much better and would like to thank the Strictly family for their love and concern.”

Ballroom dancer Wesh, 34, who is in remission after battling breast cancer, was rushed to hospital on Saturday night.

Ballroom dancer Wesh, 34, who is in remission after battling breast cancer, was rushed to hospital on Saturday night.

JB wrapped himself in a long puffer coat which he layered over a black T-shirt and a pair of Nike shorts.

JB wrapped himself in a long puffer coat which he layered over a black t-shirt and a pair of Nike shorts.

Paramedics were called to the show's base in Hertfordshire after 9pm on Saturday night following reports of a

Paramedics were called to the show’s base in Hertfordshire after 9pm on Saturday night following reports of a “medical emergency”.

Moments earlier, the dancer had performed the Foxtrot to Toploader hit Dancing In The Moonlight with her famous partner, JLS star JB Gill.

Moments earlier, the dancer had performed the Foxtrot to Toploader hit Dancing In The Moonlight with her famous partner, JLS star JB Gill.

Lauren wore a fitted khaki top with a pair of baggy jeans and chunky boots.

I was carrying a gym bag

Lauren wore a fitted khaki top with a pair of baggy jeans and chunky boots.

They added: “We request that Amy’s privacy in health matters be kindly respected.”

Amy’s world came crashing down when she was diagnosed with cancer the day after returning home from her honeymoon with her dancer husband Ben Jones in 2023.

While he hoped it could be cured through surgery, two months later in June, doctors found another type of cancer.

In what became the toughest year of her life, the professional dancer underwent a mastectomy, chemotherapy, fertility treatment and nearly died from sepsis.

Amy, who also battles Crohn’s disease, confirmed she was cancer-free in February.

JB was forced to turn up alone for Sunday night’s results show after his partner Amy collapsed backstage after finishing filming on Saturday.

She shared an Instagram message on Sunday as the couple spent another week, writing ‘on behalf of @amydowden and myself.’

‘I just want to thank everyone for voting for us and wish us the best. We loved our performance on Saturday night and are SO grateful to be able to spend another week. Thank you, thank you, thank you for your support.’

JB’s message was met with an outpouring of love for Amy from her co-stars and fans.

Pete Wicks and Amy’s close friend on the show, her professional partner Dianne Buswell, posted heart emojis. JB also reposted messages from fan accounts expressing his excitement that the pair would be competing for another week.

Amy had shared a backstage video with her dance partner JB Gill ahead of Saturday's live show.

The couple appeared to be in tip-top shape as they addressed their followers on social media.

Amy had shared a backstage video with her dance partner JB Gill ahead of Saturday’s live show.

JB shared an Instagram message on Sunday as the couple spent another week, writing 'on behalf of @amydowden and myself.'

JB shared an Instagram message on Sunday as the couple spent another week, writing ‘on behalf of @amydowden and I.’

So far, Amy has not posted on social media since Saturday night.

At the start of the show, presenters Tess Daly and Claudia confirmed that Amy would not appear on Sunday’s results show after she was rushed to hospital on Saturday night.

Giving viewers at home an update as she opened the show, Tess said: “Amy can’t be with us on the show tonight.”

Appearing solo on Sunday’s show, viewers also saw JB tell presenter Claudia: “Amy, of course you’ll be very happy that we’re done with Icon week.”

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