Strictly Come Dancing star Len Goodman dies

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SUBSCRIBE SUBSCRIBE: £1 FOR 3 MONTHS April, 2023 View in browser Strictly Come Dancing star Len Goodman dies Jacob Stolworthy Former Strictly Come Dancing star Len Goodman has died, aged 78.   The dance expert, who was head judge on the BBC series for many years, was in a hospice in Tunbridge Wells, Kent followinfg a short illness.   Goodman's spokeswoman announced the news, telling MailOnline: "I can confirm he died peacefully over the weekend surrounded by his family."   Read the full story here OTHER STORIES YOU MIGHT LIKE > Follow our live blog for latest updates here > What is mifepristone? The widely used pill in the abortion rights battle at the Supreme Court > Opinion | The Handmaid's Tale could become reality in the US at midnight tonight Enjoying this newsletter? Unlock unlimited, ad-free reading on the website and in The Independent app when you subscribe – plus, benefit from our welcome offer when you join today. We noticed that you might not be registered By registering, you will enjoy limited access to Independent Premium articles, commenting, and virtual events with our leading journalists REGISTER FOR FREE OTHER NEWSLETTERS YOU MIGHT LIKE Climate News Every Friday, 12pm (UK time) Written by Louise Boyle Join now The View from Westminster  Every weekday, 6pm (UK time) Written by John Rentoul Join now If you can spare a minute we'd love your feedback on our newsletters. Join the conversation or follow us Download the free Independent app Please do not reply directly to this email You are currently registered to receive The Independent's Breaking News newsletter. Add us to your safe list of senders.   If you do not want to receive The Independent's Breaking News newsletter, please unsubscribe.   If you no longer wish to receive any newsletters or promotional emails from The Independent, you can unsubscribe here.   This e-mail was sent by Independent Digital News and Media Ltd, 14-18 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AH. Registered in England and Wales with company number 07320345. Read our privacy notice and cookie policy.