Len Goodman bows out after nearly two decades competing as a judge on “Dancing With The Stars.” The former pro dancer started with the show in 2005 and was a showrunner for the first 20 seasons. Goodman was on “DWTS” for 31 seasons and only took a break in seasons 21 and 29.
The dance judge previously revealed that keeping up with the live show is getting harder as she gets older. During a recent episode of “DWTS,” she announced her retirement after the current season and cited the need to spend more time with her family.
Read on to learn more.
Len Goodman Announces His Retirement From ‘DWTS’
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On Monday’s episode of “DWTS,” Goodman revealed that she will not be returning to judge the dance competition’s 32nd season. He added that staying on the show for the past few years has been amazing for him; however, he wants to spend more time with his family.
“While we are all getting excited and looking forward to next week’s finale, it will also come with a touch of sadness, and this will be my last season judging ‘Dancing with the Stars,'” said the former professional dancer. per Page Six. “I’ve been with the show since it started in 2005, and it’s been a pleasure to be a part of such a great show, but I’ve decided to spend more time with my kids and family.”
Goodman thanked the “‘Dancing with the Stars’ family” for the wonderful experience and revealed that she is really looking forward to next week’s finale. “I’m sure it will be brilliant.”
Fan Reaction To Len Goodman’s Departure
We may not always agree with everything he says, but he is a dancing legend. He helped make the show what it is today along with Carrie Ann and Bruno. Thanks to Mr. Len Goodman for this amazing legacy on this show. I hope he enjoys his retirement. #DWTS pic.twitter.com/3rjen057yX
— DWTS Report (@dwtsreport) November 15, 2022
Although Goodman is known as a difficult judge to please, his announcement was met with applause online and offline. During the television show, the audience gave him a standing ovation, and fans online took to their respective accounts to praise him for his work and wish him the best.
Per Page Six, a tweet by a fan read, “We may not always agree with everything he says, but he is a dancing legend. He helped make the show what it is today, along with Carrie Ann and Bruno. Thanks to Mr. Len Goodman for this amazing legacy on this show. I hope he enjoys his retirement.”
A second person wrote, “Len Goodman announced he’s going on dancing with the stars… I’m not ok.” Another tweeted, “You guys, I’m literally choking. You’re grumpy sometimes, but you’re a legend, Len Goodman!”
‘DWTS’ Gets More Challenging For Popular Judges
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In an interview with People’s Magazine, Goodman talked about his challenges on the show, mainly due to his age. He revealed that he has yet to start falling asleep while the show is on; however, it is only a matter of time.
The dance judge said, “Performing live, you have to be at the top of your game and react quickly. And when a person gets older, then things start to become more challenging. I haven’t fallen asleep or started dribbling on the show yet, so I thought I’d better get going before I do!”
Despite her decision to leave, Goodman admitted that she will miss some aspects of her time on “DWTS,” including working with the other judges on the show.
“I’m going to miss the California sunshine, working with my fellow judges, and the camaraderie with everyone on the show,” the former pro dancer said. “I will miss watching celebrities grow into dancers, and I will miss being a part of one of the most successful shows on TV.”
Len Goodman Joined ‘DWTS’ In 2005
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Goodman is an English professional ballroom dancer who signed up to ‘DWTS’ in 2005 during the first season of the show. Besides him, Carrie Ann Inaba and Bruno Tonioli have also been part of the show as judges for 31 seasons.
When “DWTS” first aired, Goodman was the head judge on the show’s British iteration, “Strictly Come Dancing.” The coach revealed that he initially thought the show would be popular in the US; however, he faced some opposition.
“I always felt it would be popular because whatever was popular in Britain on TV at the time was usually good here, and vice versa, and Strictly Come Dancing was already huge,” Goodman said. “However, the majority of Americans are convinced that no one will be interested in watching ballroom dancing and that it will fail. How wrong they are!”
The dance competition became a hit in no time and aired on ABC for 30 seasons. Its most recent season, 31, saw the show’s transition to Disney+.
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