‘Dancing With the Stars’ Judge Len Goodman Dies, Raising Bone Cancer Awareness

On April 22, 2023, Len Goodman, the long-serving head judge of the American Broadcasting Company's "Dancing With the Stars," died at 78 from bone cancer. Valerie Macon/AFP

On April 22, famous dance judge Len Goodman died at 78 after battling bone cancer. He had been the head judge of the highly popular British TV dance competition reality show “Strictly Come Dancing” for 12 years and the American version “Dancing With the Stars” for 15 years, making him well known to audiences worldwide. His passing has sparked interest and concern about bone cancer.

The cause of bone cancer is unknown, and the early symptoms are subtle, making it difficult to prevent and detect. Therefore, if you experience bone pain, seek medical attention right away.

Understanding Bone Cancer

Bone cancer is a malignant tumor that originates in the skeletal system, including bones, cartilage, bone marrow, blood vessels, and connective tissues within the bones.