Former Strictly Come Dancing judge Len Goodman has passed away aged 78.
The London native was best remembered for his work as head judge on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing series. He retired from the show in 2015 but continued to work as a judge on its US counterpart Dancing With the Stars until last year.
A spokesperson confirmed to the Mirror that he died in a UK hospice on Saturday surrounded by his family. Len had been diagnosed with bone cancer and passed away mere days before his birthday on April 25.
READ MORE: RTE star Ryan Tubridy shares adorable pic with Michael D Higgins’ dog Brod in heartfelt tribute
The former professional dancer also previously ran his own ballroom school in Kent. He confirmed he was retiring from Dancing with the Stars in 2022 in order to spend more time with his family
He is survived by his wife of over a decade Sue and his son James from a previous relationship.
READ MORE
- Wild Youth to dedicate Eurovision performance to the late Mark Sheehan
- Justice Minister responds as GSOC officer resigns after attending party with The Monk
- Dublin homes for sale: Three-bedroom properties on the market for under €200,000
- Dublin dad's fury after son 'viciously punched in head' by group of teens
- Man charged in connection with fatal assault in Newbridge
Sign up to the Dublin Live Newsletter to get all the latest Dublin news straight to your inbox.
