Len Goodman, a renowned ballroom dancer and former head judge of “Strictly Come Dancing” and “Dancing with the Stars”, has passed away at the age of 78 (bbc.com). His manager confirmed that Goodman died in hospice care on April 24, 2021, after battling bone cancer (abcnews.go.com).
Goodman was born in 1944 in London, England, and began his dance career as a child. He went on to become a British exhibition dance champion and later founded his own dance school (nytimes.com). Goodman gained international fame as a judge on “Strictly Come Dancing” and “Dancing with the Stars”, where he was known for his sharp and honest critiques of the contestants’ performances (today.com).
Goodman’s colleagues and fans have expressed their grief and paid tribute to the beloved judge on social media (eonline.com). He was known for his kind personality and approachable demeanor, and was adored by millions of fans around the world (usatoday.com).
Despite his success and fame, Goodman maintained a love for traditional ballroom and remained committed to preserving the art form (dailymail.co.uk). His contributions to the dance world and entertainment industry will not be forgotten.
