EXCLUSIVE: Strictly's Amy Dowden reveals why she's stopped speaking to Thomas SkinnerStrictly Come Dancing favourite Amy Dowden reveals why she hasn't caught up with her former celebrity partner Thomas Skinner - and reveals who she sees as her 'TV dad'View 3 Images Amy lifted the lid on relations with her former Strictly partner (Image: BBC)Amy Dowden has revealed she’s not spoken to her former Strictly partner Tom Skinner since before Christmas - as he’s been busy doing ‘walks for mental health’. ‌Speaking exclusively to the Mirror at the TV Choice Awards on Monday she told us, “We haven’t spoken recently - we’ve both been so busy. She’s a fantastic broadcaster, a true fan of the show, and passionate about dance just like Tess and Claudia. ‌She said of her fellow pro, “Carlos is part of my family, he calls my parents Mama and Papa. Article continues below“She’s got two young, gorgeous boys, and that’s why it’s so important to raise awareness, cancer doesn’t discriminate.

Source: Daily Mirror February 04, 2026 10:10 UTC