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Len Goodman of ‘Dancing with the Stars’ has skin cancer removed

Len Goodman is on the mend after having skin cancer removed. In early August, the UK-based Melanoma Fund shared a photo of the “Dancing with the Stars” judge on their Facebook page, as the 76-year-old TV personality showed off a bandage close to his forehead. “Len Goodman has asked us to keep ‘spreading the word’ …

Len Goodman is on the mend after having skin cancer removed.

In early August, the UK-based Melanoma Fund shared a photo of the “Dancing with the Stars” judge on their Facebook page, as the 76-year-old TV personality showed off a bandage close to his forehead.

“Len Goodman has asked us to keep ‘spreading the word’ re. sun protection for golf,” the Facebook post read. “The ex-BBC ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ judge was playing a few rounds with our ambassador Paul Way at The Grove – a Sun Protection Accredited club, and revealed he has just had skin cancer removed.

“He wanted us to use this image to inspire others to take the issue seriously!” the message concluded.

“Dancing with the Stars” judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Len Goodman, and Bruno TonioliABC

Last week, the nonprofit organization shared a follow-up post noting how “thousands” of fans had expressed concern over Goodman’s well-being.

“We have had incredible traction from this post with thousands of you being concerned, but inspired to react, by the news of Len Goodman’s skin cancer treatment. Thank you Len for being so open to share this with us. It really helps people understand it can happen to anyone!” the message read.

Skin cancer is “the most common type of cancer,” according to the American Cancer Society, and that “nearly all skin cancers can be treated effectively if they are found early.” The American Cancer Society also notes, “Most skin cancers are caused by too much exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays.”

Goodman has been part of “Dancing with the Stars” since its inception in 2005. The show is set to return next month with new host Tyra Banks.

A rep for the longtime ballroom judge did not immediately return Page Six’s request for comment.

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