Anton Du Beke welled up in tears as he paid an emotional tribute to Len Goodman.
Anton Du Beke in floods of tears as he pays an emotional tribute to Len Goodman
The death of the ballroom legend - who died on April 22 aged 78 from bone cancer – has left the 'Strictly Come Dancing' family devastated, including his fellow dancer, who did a foxtrot in honour of the late judge.
Speaking on tour at the Corn Exchange, the 56-year-old star cracked as he told the crowd at 'An Evening with Anton Du Beke' on Monday (24.04.23): “I have been like this all day, a disaster. My old pal, Lord Len Goodman. We love you Len.
“He is a benchmark for all the judges I have always tried to take his advice, which is: ‘Be yourself and say what you see.' "
Fellow ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ stars have also paid tearful tributes to the icon.
Craig Revel Horwood took to Twitter earlier this week in remembrance of his friend and his iconic catchphrase.
He said: "I’ve just woken up to the sad news that my gorgeous colleague and dear friend Len Goodman has passed away.
"My heart and love go out to his lovely Sue and family. Len Goody Goodman is what I always called him and 'It’s a ten from Len and seveeeeern' will live with me forever. RIP Len."
Bruno Tonioli took to Instagram in a touching post where he said he will “treasure” the memories he has of taking part alongside him.
He wrote: “Hart broken my dear friend and partner for 19 years the one and only ballroom legend #lengoodman passed away.
"I will treasure the memory of our incredible adventures and hundreds of shows we did together @bbcstrictly @dancingwiththestars they will never be anyone like you “we will miss you. (sic)"
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