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Len

Goodman

Len Goodman, a British ballroom dancer,
choreographer, and television personality,
died on April 24, 2023, at the age of 78

Goodman was a beloved figure on
Dancing with the Stars, and his
Len Goodman, a British ballroom retirement was met with sadness by
dancer, choreographer, and television fans and fellow judges. He was known
personality, died on April 24, 2023, at for his wit, his sharp tongue, and his
the age of 78. He was best known for passion for dance. He will be missed
his role as a judge on the U.S. version by all who knew him.
of Dancing with the Stars, which he
served on for 15 seasons. In an interview with People
He retired from Dancing with the magazine, Goodman said that he was
Stars in 2020 after 15 seasons as a "ready for a new challenge" and that
judge. He announced his retirement he wanted to spend more time with
in November 2019, saying that he his family and grandchildren. He also
wanted to spend more time with his said that he was "proud of what we've
family and grandchildren. He also achieved" on Dancing with the Stars.
said that he was ready for a new Goodman's retirement leaves a void
challenge. on Dancing with the Stars. He was a
fan favorite and his wit and sharp
tongue were a big part of the show's
appeal. It remains to be seen who will
replace him as a judge.