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Unfortunately, this week didn\u2019t begin out with superior information within the leisure business. The dance neighborhood misplaced a legend<\/a> when Len Goodman<\/a><\/strong> handed away from bone most cancers. <\/p>\n Len <\/strong>retired from Dancing With the Stars<\/a><\/strong> throughout Season 31<\/a>. He introduced his departure<\/a> from the present, shocking everybody, through the semi-finals<\/a>. Len was met with tears and presents<\/a> of congratulations from his co-stars on the time. Professional dancer<\/a>, Gleb Savchenko<\/a> <\/strong>as soon as referred to as Len \u201cthe representation of ballroom dance.\u201d<\/p>\n Obviously, it\u2019s no shock quite a few tributes of affection got here in after Len\u2019s<\/strong> passing was introduced. Now Len\u2019s shut DWTS<\/a> <\/strong>mates share accolades and recollections whereas coming to grips along with his demise. Us Weekly <\/em>has the small print<\/a>.<\/p>\n Firstly, co-star and co-judge Carrie Ann Inaba<\/a><\/strong> took to Instagram with a video<\/a>. \u201cA Dancer. A teacher. A refined gentleman. A wonderful storyteller. A special soul. A mentor. A family man. And\u2026 A treasured friend,\u201d she started.<\/p>\n RELATED: Dancing With The Stars Recap: Which Contestant Had To Withdraw Due To Issues?<\/a><\/p>\n Carrie Ann<\/strong> added, \u201cSaying goodbye at the end of last season broke my heart. But today\u2019s news has shattered it all over again. I can\u2019t believe that you\u2019re gone. You were one of a kind my dear friend. And I will cherish our memories and hold them close, while I join so many others in mourning your loss.\u201d<\/p>\n She continued, \u201cThank you for all that you shared with us. Your humor, your wisdom, your wit and your truth. Until we meet again\u2026 Rest In Peace Len<\/strong>.\u201d Longtime DWTS <\/strong>viewers know Carrie Ann <\/strong>was an unique decide with Len<\/a> <\/strong>and Bruno Tonioli<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n On April 24, 2023, Len\u2019s<\/strong> agent confirmed his passing at a hospice facility in Kent, England. He launched an announcement. It learn, \u201cA much loved husband, father and grandfather who will be sorely missed by family, friends and all who knew him.\u201d<\/p>\n Clearly, Len<\/strong> made an enduring impression on Carrie Ann<\/strong>. She additional acknowledged him on her Instagram Stories, \u201cJust after 2:15am, I received the news that our Len Goodman<\/strong> had passed away. \u201cI am deeply saddened and in shock. Like many of you, I\u2019m broken hearted.\u201d<\/p>\n Carrie Ann<\/strong> ended with, \u201cHe wouldn\u2019t want us to be sad. \u2026 Think of one of your favorite Len-isms, and remember him fondly. And then turn on your favorite tune, grab the person next to you and dance. I think he\u2019d like that.\u201d<\/p>\n Former host Tom Bergeron<\/a><\/strong> wrote on his Instagram<\/a>, \u201cA Good Man, indeed. #rip.\u201d Bruno<\/strong> shared a photograph of himself with Len<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>and wrote, \u201cHart broken [sic] my dear friend and partner for 19 years the one and only ballroom LEGEND #LenGoodman passed away I will treasure the memories of our adventures @bbcstrictly @officialdwts there will never be anyone like you you will always be my perfect 10.\u201d<\/p>\n Additionally, former pro-baller and former DWTS<\/strong> mirror-ball champ<\/a> Emmitt Smith<\/a><\/strong> wrote on Twitter<\/a>. \u201cWoke up to the sad news of Len Goodman<\/strong> passing this morning. With great love and respect to a good and judge. Condolences to his family! Dance in heaven my friend.\u201d<\/p>\n Current decide Derek Hough<\/a><\/strong> contributed, \u201c\u2018Hold my gaze.\u2019 Heart broken by the news of our dear friend and mentor Len Goodman<\/strong>. It\u2019s a gloomy morning here in Los Angeles which seems fitting after this heart breaking news.\u201d<\/p>\n Derek <\/strong>added<\/a>, \u201cBut when I think back at the memories we all shared with Len<\/strong><\/a>, his sense of humor, his smile and charm everything feels much brighter and full of sunshine. Still hard to fully process but filled with gratitude knowing I had the privilege of working beside this absolute legend. We will miss you dearly Len. We love you. Rest In Peace my friend.\u201d<\/p>\n I\u2019ll be doing a bit Tango with my 18-year-old cat tonight in Len\u2019s<\/strong> honor. We ship condolences to Len\u2019s <\/strong>spouse and son, and all who liked him.<\/p>\n TELL US- WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE MEMORY OF LEN GOODMAN? PLEASE FEEL FREE TO SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS OR CONDOLENCES IN THE COMMENTS.<\/strong><\/p>\n [Photo Credit: ABC\/Christopher Willard]<\/p>\n<\/div>\n