Goodman was regarded as "a wonderful, warm entertainer adored by millions" by BBC director-general Tim Davie. He was likable and made people of all ages feel like he belonged in their families.
Since the show's debut in 2005, Goodman has served as its lead judge. In November, he declared that this season would mark the end of his 17-year tenure as a judge. After 30 seasons on ABC, the sitcom moved to Disney+ in the fall of 2022.
He remarked at the time, "It has been an enormous joy to be a part of such a magnificent production. "However, I've decided that I'd prefer to spend more time with my family and grandchildren back in Britain. My 'Dancing With The Stars' family, I can't thank you enough for this fantastic experience.
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The lead judge on "Strictly Come Dancing" for 12 years, starting with the show's BBC début in 2004, was Goodman, a former professional ballroom dancer, and champion in the United Kingdom.
Like "DWTS," the dancing competition pairs celebrities with professional dance partners. It was a surprise hit, quickly becoming one of the network's most popular shows.
For years, he judged the British and American events each autumn, regularly crisscrossing the Atlantic. Goodman's late-life success "astonished and delighted" British broadcaster Esther Rantzen.
She stated that among the reasons he was so successful in America was that he was quintessentially British. "He was firm but fair, humorous but a gentleman, and I hope the country will adopt his favorite expostulation of “pickle me walnuts.”
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Goodman also hosted BBC radio shows and produced TV documentaries, including one about the Titanic disaster in 2012. Goodman was a shipyard welder, and they built the tragic ship when he was younger.
Goodman was regarded as "a wonderful, warm entertainer adored by millions" by BBC director-general Tim Davie. He was likable and made people of all ages feel like he belonged in their families. Len was the driving force behind Strictly's success. The general public and his countless friends and family will greatly miss him.
Goodman owned the Goodman Academy dancing school in southern England. He was also a recipient of the Carl Alan Award for distinguished achievements to dance.