Eamonn Holmes has paid tribute to former Strictly Come Dancing judge Len Goodman who has passed away.
Posting on social media on Monday, the North Belfast man reminisced on a trip to a Co Antrim pub with Len, who died aged 78.
Eamonn described him as a "total gentleman" and shared a photo of the pair enjoying a drink together at Johnny Joes in Cushendall.
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In the Instagram post, the TV presenter said: "This sort of post is sadly becoming too regular. Len Goodman gone. What an impeccable man in the way he danced the way he was groomed.
"This is us in an Irish pub in Cushendall in The Glens of Antrim. We laughed all day. Total Gentleman."
The bar also took to Facebook to share the tribute adding: "Very sad news. Such a lovely picture."
On Monday, Len's agent Jackie Gill said in a statement: “It is with great sadness to announce that Len Goodman has passed away peacefully, aged 78.
“A much-loved husband, father and grandfather who will be sorely missed by family, friends and all who knew him.”
In a tweet, Craig Revel Horwood 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 & seveeeeern” will live with me forever. RIP Len."
On Instagram, Bruno Tonioli also paid tribute as he said: "Heart 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.
"[There] will never be anyone like you we will miss you. Bruno."
Tess Daly also paid tribute and said: "So very sad to hear the news today of the passing of our Len Goodman.
"A beautiful man, genuine, warm and humble, who left an impression on everyone he met.
"I’ll never forget the fun we had on set, his love and passion for dancing and that wonderfully cheeky smile lit up the screen.
"You were never a 7 for me, Len you were always a 10.
"My sincere condolences to Sue and all the family. Rest in peace Len."
Posting on Twitter, Claudia Winkleman said: "I’m so sad about Len. He was one of a kind, a brilliant and kind man. Full of twinkle, warmth and wit. Sending all love to his family and friends. X."
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