Strictly Come Dancing judge Len Goodman has sadly passed away aged 78. The choreographer had been in a hospice in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, following a short illness. He passed away on Saturday night (April 23), his family have confirmed.
He appeared on Strictly from its launch in 2004 until 2016. He also starred on the US version, Dancing With The Stars, from 2005 until 2022.
He became a judge on the show in 2004 and his final appearance was on the 2016 Christmas Day special. A statement from his agent reads: “It is with great sadness to announce that Len Goodman has passed away peacefully, aged 78.
