Current:Home > MyDWTS' Len Goodman Dead at 78: Bruno Tonioli, Carrie Ann Inaba and More Pay Tribute -Intelligent Capital Compass
DWTS' Len Goodman Dead at 78: Bruno Tonioli, Carrie Ann Inaba and More Pay Tribute
View
Date:2025-04-18 07:09:00
The ballroom has lost a legend.
Dancing With the Stars judge Len Goodman has died.
"It is with great sadness to announce that Len Goodman has passed away peacefully, aged 78," his manager Jackie Gill said in a statement obtained by NBC News on April 24. "A much-loved husband, father and grandfather who will be sorely missed by family, friends and all who knew him."
According to the BBC, Goodman passed away April 22 at a hospice in Kent, England, and was surrounded by his family. The news organization reported his death came after a battle with bone cancer.
Goodman's death comes five months after the judge, who first joined Dancing With the Stars in 2005, announced his departure from the show, citing his desire to spend more time with his family in Britain. After the professional dancer and coach—who also served as a judge on the BBC program Strictly Come Dancing from 2004 to 2016—passed away, several members of the Dancing With the Stars family paid tribute, including his fellow judges.
"Heart broken my dear friend and partner for 19 years the one and only ballroom legend #lengoodman passed away," Bruno Tonioli wrote on Instagram April 24 alongside a throwback photo of the duo. "I will treasure the memory of our incredible adventures and hundreds of shows we did together @bbcstrictly @dancingwiththestars they will never be anyone like you we will miss you."
Added Carrie Ann Inaba, "A Dancer. A teacher. A refined gentleman. A wonderful storyteller. A special soul. A mentor. A family man. And… A treasured friend. Saying goodbye at the end of last season broke my heart. But today's news has shattered it all over again. I can't believe that you're gone."
Sharing a video montage, Inaba called Goodman "one of a kind" and a "dear friend," going on to express her gratitude for all the good times they had.
"And I will cherish our memories and hold them close, while I join so many others in mourning your loss," she continued. "Thank you for all that you shared with us. Your humor, your wisdom, your wit and your truth. Until we meet again…Rest In Peace Len."
On Instagram Stories Inaba wrote, "Love you forever my friend."
Several Dancing With the Stars pros expressed their condolences as well.
"Heartbroken," Kym Johnson-Herjavec wrote on Instagram. "Heavens gates are covered in 10 paddles and mirror balls today. Nothing made you feel better than getting a 10 from Len. He was a class act with a cheeky grin and quick wit. You will be so missed. Rest In Peace sweet Len."
Added Keo Motsepe on Instagram Stories, "May your soul rest in peace. You will be missed Len. The Legend."
Former Dancing With the Stars host Tom Bergeron also honored Goodman by sharing a photo montage on social media and writing, "A Good man, indeed."
Members of the Strictly Come Dancing community paid tribute as well.
"I've just woken up to the sad news that my gorgeous colleague and dear friend Len Goodman has passed away," judge Craig Revel Horwood tweeted. "My heart and love go out to his lovely Sue and family. Len Goody Goodman is what I always called him and "It's a ten from Len & seveeeeern"will live with me forever. RIP Len."
For the latest breaking news updates, click here to download the E! News AppveryGood! (7624)
Related
- Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow owns a $3 million Batmobile Tumbler
- Two IRS whistleblowers alleged sweeping misconduct in the Hunter Biden tax investigation, new transcripts show
- Taylor Swift and Ice Spice's Karma Remix Is Here and It's Sweet Like Honey
- Q&A: A Law Professor Studies How Business is Making Climate Progress Where Government is Failing
- Current, future North Carolina governor’s challenge of power
- Trendy rooibos tea finally brings revenues to Indigenous South African farmers
- Suspect charged with multiple counts of homicide in Minneapolis car crash that killed 5 young women
- Another $1.2 Billion Substation? No Thanks, Says Utility, We’ll Find a Better Way
- Friday the 13th luck? 13 past Mega Millions jackpot wins in December. See top 10 lottery prizes
- It's time to have the 'Fat Talk' with our kids — and ourselves
Ranking
- Kylie Jenner Shows Off Sweet Notes From Nieces Dream Kardashian & Chicago West
- With Tactics Honed on Climate Change, Ken Cuccinelli Attracts New Controversy at Homeland Security
- Trump Takes Aim at Obama-Era Rules on Methane Leaks and Gas Flaring
- The first office for missing and murdered Black women and girls set for Minnesota
- San Francisco names street for Associated Press photographer who captured the iconic Iwo Jima photo
- Worried about your kids' video gaming? Here's how to help them set healthy limits
- Bella Thorne Is Engaged to Producer Mark Emms
- Scientists zap sleeping humans' brains with electricity to improve their memory
Recommendation
Tree trimmer dead after getting caught in wood chipper at Florida town hall
Far More Methane Leaking at Oil, Gas Sites in Pennsylvania than Reported
Individual cigarettes in Canada will soon carry health warnings
Get 2 Peter Thomas Roth Anti-Aging Cleansing Gels for Less Than the Price of 1
Senate begins final push to expand Social Security benefits for millions of people
The 25 Best Amazon Deals to Shop Memorial Day Weekend 2023: Smart TVs, Clothes, Headphones, and More
Scientists zap sleeping humans' brains with electricity to improve their memory
Obama’s Oil Tax: A Conversation Starter About Climate and Transportation, but a Non-Starter in Congress