Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleAdam WhiteMonday 04 May 2026 12:04 BSTRelated: Strictly's Amy Dowden gives mastectomy update on airStrictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden has paid tribute to her close friend, Bex, who died a day after giving birth to her baby boy.Dowden revealed that Bex's mother informed her on Friday (1 May) that Bex had suffered a blood clot on her brain.She described Bex as a kind, healthy, and selfless person who was an organ donor, helping others even in death.Dowden highlighted Bex's unwavering support during her own breast cancer journey, including visiting her during chemotherapy and hospital appointments.Bex had just completed her family with her new baby boy, alongside her daughter and her partner Sean, before her sudden passing.In fullStrictly’s Amy Dowden announces death of ‘fit and healthy’ friend a day after birth of her childThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in