In 2017, Dowden appeared as a professional dancer in the fifteenth series of the British BBC TV talent show Strictly Come Dancing, partnered with comedian Brian Conley. She is the first Welsh professional to take part in the show. Following her elimination with Conley, Dowden won the Children in Need Special partnered with Blue Peter presenter Mark Curry.

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