Sir Bruce Forsyth: TV Legend Dies Aged 89

Former Strictly judge, Len Goodman also paid tribute, saying: “As long as I can remember there has always been Bruce on our TV.

“His work ethic, professionalism, and charm will be with me forever. Bruce, it was nice to see you tos see you nice.”

Strictly presenter Claudia Winkleman, who replaced Sir Bruce after he left the show, tweeted that he was “the King of TV, the Prince of performers and the most generous of people… all toe-tapping twinkle, all kindness, all love….

He was the King of TV, the Prince of performers and the most generous of people… all toe-tapping twinkle, all kindness, all love….

— Claudia Winkleman (@ClaudiaWinkle) August 18, 2017

“The Bruce you saw really was the man he was. We’ll miss him so much.”

Strictly judge Craig Revel Horwood added: “Extremely sad to hear the news of Bruce’s passing. A true legend and national treasure. He will be deeply missed but always remembered.”

The whole Strictly team is devastated to hear of the passing of Sir Bruce Forsyth. Bye Brucie you're our favourite ✨ https://t.co/TJS4egUgKu pic.twitter.com/vpwtP4zBFS

— BBC Strictly ✨ (@bbcstrictly) August 18, 2017

Former judge Arlene Phillips said the entertainer was an “indestructible Titan tap dancing his way through life”.

She added: “Working with him on Strictly was personally a joy. His endless teasing of my judging style, particularly with strong sportsmen, was an ongoing joke.

“His enormous support after I was let go from the Strictly panel meant so much.”

“The Bruce you saw really was the man he was. We’ll miss him so much.”