Len Goodman
Ballroom judge, dance teacher, presenter
Len Goodman was a British ballroom dancer, judge, and television personality. Born in 1944, he was Strictly Come Dancing’s head judge from 2004 to 2016, known for his witty critiques and "Seven!" catchphrase. He also served as head judge on Dancing with the Stars in the US. Goodman was instrumental in making ballroom dancing mainstream again. He passed away in 2023, leaving behind a lasting legacy in dance and television. More on Wikipedia.
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Appearances as a Judge
Len has been a judge for 14 seasons. In that time, they have judged 1569 dances, awarding 12042 points in total.
Dances Judged by Season
| Season | Dances Judged | Total Points Awarded | Average Points Awarded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 (2004) | 54 | 380 | 7.04 |
| Season 2 (2004) | 64 | 454 | 7.09 |
| Season 3 (2005) | 87 | 660 | 7.59 |
| Season 4 (2006) | 95 | 737 | 7.76 |
| Season 5 (2007) | 101 | 804 | 7.96 |
| Season 6 (2008) | 116 | 932 | 8.03 |
| Season 7 (2009) | 141 | 1062 | 7.53 |
| Season 8 (2010) | 123 | 929 | 7.55 |
| Season 9 (2011) | 114 | 869 | 7.62 |
| Season 10 (2012) | 124 | 929 | 7.49 |
| Season 11 (2013) | 140 | 1107 | 7.91 |
| Season 12 (2014) | 141 | 1096 | 7.77 |
| Season 13 (2015) | 141 | 1050 | 7.45 |
| Season 14 (2016) | 128 | 1033 | 8.07 |
Scores Distribution
The number of times each score was awarded across all 1569 dances judged.