Former Strictly Come Dancing judge Len Goodman dies | Ents & Arts News

Len Goodman, who was head judge on Strictly Come Dancing for over a decade, has died aged 78, his agent has said.

His agent, Jackie Gill told Sky News the dancing star died on Saturday night at a hospice in Kent, surrounded by his family. He had been diagnosed with bone cancer.

In a statement, she said: “It is with great sadness to announce that Len Goodman has passed away peacefully, aged 78.

“A much loved husband, father and grandfather who will be sorely missed by family, friends and all who knew him.”