Earlier this month, he revealed he had been axed from the BBC commentary team for two out of his three events. You will never be forgotten.'. Tributes had poured in for Thorne following his death with football legend Gary Lineker saying: "Deeply, deeply saddened to hear that my friend Willie Thorne has passed away. The daughter of Virgo works for a van insurance firm in Guildford, Surrey. Lets say it was the best and worst day of my life.. Ronnie OSullivan Criticised By WPBSA Boss For Fixing-Probe Judd Trump Ready To Ditch Naughty Snooker And Join Snookers Trump's Brilliant Late Flourish Clinches Masters Title. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Click here to listen to Johns interview with Radio City. Blimey and Jimmy White says his old pals reputation for being a bit grumpy is unfair? Come on you snooker lovers, vote for the 7 times Champion of the World and the A famous missed blue and a long-standing battle with bankruptcy serve as ill-fitting epitaphs for a snooker player who was a mainstay in the top echelons of the game during its unprecedented peak. As you know that John was born in 1946, so he is currently 76 years old. Join Facebook to connect with John Virgo and others you may know. John Virgo is a very famous British former professional Snooker player. It's been 38 years since John Virgo won the UK Snooker Championship but his memories of the big day are as vivid as his trademark waistcoats. At the time, John Man named in attack on Bishop Monroe He said: It was a mistake and I've spoken to John about it. Thorne died last week from respiratory failure following on from a diagnosis of leukaemia at the age of 66. The link below directs you to our Group Privacy Policy, and our Data Protection Officer can be contacted by email at: Happy Birthday, John Virgo: One Of Snooker's Biggest And Most Engaging Personalities. I always loved my snooker and Willie loved his golf. A royal princess at Eton? The comments below have been moderated in advance. He currently resides in England, United Kingdom. He said: The reality was then there was the World Championship, plus the Masters, Pot Black, and the Pontins. Virgoreadily admits that Whispering Ted Lowe was his commentating mentor and inspiration,although the excitable catch-phrase Wheres the cue ball going? as the white heads vaguely in the vicinity of a pocket is all his own work, and about as close as snooker coverage gets to Chris Kamaras delivery on Sky Sports. 1930) Social Media. The Manchester-born commentator was one of the most famous snooker players of the 1980s and hosted the BBCs show Big Break with comic Jim Davidson. Speaking from his home in Cobham, Surrey, John reveals that as his tournament earnings slumped, he began to gamble heavily. John is also known as a mindful author and published his own book in April 2012 named Amazing Snooker Trick Shots. McLord Selasi He is also a Public Health student, an exceptionally Willie Thorne, who died at the age of 66, was once afforded a place in Chas 'n' Dave's 'Matchroom Mob', which hit the charts with the song 'Snooker Loopy', lamenting: 'Old Willie Thorne, his hair's all gawn'. I wanted to win the ultimate, the World Championship, but I didnt as my career was cut short.. Ans. Former Strictly Come Dancing star Thorne was rushed to hospital with dangerously low blood pressure before being placed into an induced coma, with medical ventilation. Seasons spanning over two years (for example 2013-14 championships) have their race results accounted for in the year the championship ends. Instead Virgo joined Thorne's twin sons Tristan and Kieran and daughter Thali at the Cristo Resucitado Ecumenical Centre in Alicante. He took birth and was brought up in Salford, Lancashire, England. And from his father, he inherited twin lifelong loves - of football, specifically Manchester United - and of horse racing. Myself, Jimmy White and Steve Davis have all said to each other that we can't believe we will never see him again. I was so frightened of a knock-back, I didnt ask her for out for 22 years. Brook-Leah is said to have been visiting Ronnie at his Essex home and has allegedly spent a series of romantic nights together, according to The Sun. He was haunted by his error in the 1985 UK Championship final against Steve Davis, when, leading 13-8 and on the verge of extending his lead to within two of victory, he missed the simplest of blues off its spot. John Virgo is said to have got Parkinsons; however, the news is not yet confirmed by any official sources. Click to reveal She is a former boarding school girl who doesnt smoke, drink or do drugs. By Anthony Nacinovic We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Male birth control gel you rub on your SHOULDERS could be available within a decade as scientists claim What lack of sleep REALLY does to your face: Expert reveals the warning signs your skin is suffering. Its that which he believes cut short his career and left him wondering what to do after snooker. But not before the BBC camera operators had gone on strike during the 24thframe meaning there was no one watching live, or any clips or footage of the moment of glory. Rocket romance: Ronnie O'Sullivan has apparently found love with the daughter of snooker legend John Virgo. Your IP: You are brought up in that environment hustling in the snooker clubs to earn a few quid and, if there was no one to play, youd go in the bookies. He met his last girlfriend, Jo Langley, at Narcotics Anonymous and the couple have a five-year-old daughter, Lily, and a son, Ronnie, who turns four this month, but the couple split in 2008. 'I'm having to close the commentary by saying it's unbelievable, spewing up as I say it.'. A keen Leicester City fan and long-time close friend of Gary Lineker, Thorne announced he was beginning treatment for leukaemia in March 2020. The snooker star has been dating Brook-Leah, who is ten years his junior, for the past two months, according to a tabloid. It was a compulsion that I struggled to get to grips with. ", Julie ONeill, who was looking after Thorne in Spain, said: We are planning a beautiful service. At the end of the day, life is a gamble, isnt it? Oscar Cainer tells all, When safety doesn't come first! You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. That was Willie. So snooker players had to boost their income by doing exhibitions at the holiday camps. The following numbers are a summary of the more detailed information available in the Career details further below on the page. Participaes: Immortal Technique (faixa 2), Deadly Hunta (3 e 14), John Otto (3), Ill Bill (6), Vinnie Paz (10), Nate Augustus STREATOR, Ill. In 1964, brothers John and Bob Mohan then of Streator, Illinois decided to get their friends together for a football game on the Saturday following Thanksgiving. She has additionally filled in as a Sky News journalist before. John Virgo's birth flower is Daffodil that symbolize spring, rebirth, domestic happiness & love; John Virgo age in year is 76 years old; 2019: The death of Peter Hurford OBE, British organist and composer (b. If you know of things missing or have corrections, please log in and submit them. I'm a Feng Shui expert and these are the three things I will never allow in a bedroom. Special to The B.C. Looking back, I see it was crazy. The following numbers are a summary of the more detailed information available in the Career details further below on the page. Thorne, who worked as a BBC commentator for 30 years, later revealed he lost 1million to gambling in his career. The recognisable voice of snooker, Virgo has presented Famous for his hilarious impersonations of snooker's biggest stars, JV is a household name thanks to his razor-sharp BBC Snooker commentary and the much-loved quiz show Big Break. He turned pro in 1976 and, three years later, reached the semi-final of the World Championship, before going on to become UK champ. ', The star retired from competitive snooker in 2001 having been once rated the 7th best in the world which earned him the nickname Mr Maximum (above, the memorial service). 'Willie will be a great loss to those he has left behind. Willie has also suffered from prostate cancer and depression . "One of lifes great characters. Standing next to a large floral tribute spelling out 'Willie' and a black and white photograph of the star in his heyday, Virgo fondly remembered their days together on the BBC TV series Pot Black. At Skegness the snooker room had 30 tables and 36 table tennis tables. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. Thorne was commentating on the game for the BBC, and admitted: 'I put 38,000 on Parrott to lose because he didn't have his cue, but he ended up winning the bloody game. I did back the Grand National winner though. WebJohn Virgo: Say Goodnight, JV - My Autobiography. It earned Virgo some unwanted publicity and an awkward conversation with Graham Fry, the managing director of IMG, long-time producers of the snooker coverage for the BBC. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. He does not appear to be ailing and seems to be in excellent health at this time. Earlier this month Thorne was rushed to hospital when his blood pressure dropped and was put into an induced coma. Neither his ex-wife and former Miss GB Jill Saxby, who revealed last week that they spoke 'every day' before his death, or celebrity friends such as Gary Lineker and Steve Davis could be there due to Covid travel restrictions. Joining Ronnie and Jimmy will be John Virgo and our referee Michaela Tab 5 new shows have been announced for October with the current World Champion Ronnie OSullivan and The Whirlwind Jimmy White. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. He says: He was a cockney Tory and I was a northern socialist but we had a chemistry that made it work. He went, Always paint the shop window. 'Support Them' - Ronnie O'Sullivan Breaks Silence On Match-Fixing Top 10 Masters Moments Featuring O'Sullivan, Hendry And Williams. Find the latest Bollywood News and Celebrity Gossips from Latest In Bollywood. He once lost 10,000 on the horses in a fortnight and, over six years in the late 80s, borrowed more than 200,000 against his mortgage. The comments below have not been moderated. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. Informed by the BBC that it was time for fresh voices, the 76-year-old accepted his fate and prepared for his last Crucible stint, only to be granted a slight reprieve. Willie, 63, was declared bankrupt last year, after borrowing from friends to fund the addiction that saw him wager 20,000 on a single race. Willie is a dear friend and we were both victims of trying to keep pace with the leading lights in the game and living the lifestyle. 148.163.122.81 We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. Virgo's first notable appearance in a major tournament was during the 1973 American Pool Tournament for The Indoor League where he lost in the semi-final. He turned professional in 1976, [1] at a time when players such as Ray Reardon, John Spencer and Eddie Charlton were at the forefront of the sport. Earlier this month, he was rushed to hospital when his blood pressure dropped and was put into an induced coma. Selby would go on to beat first Fu, and then Ding Junhui in the final for a second world title. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. Dec 21, 2022 Sports Personality of the Year, tonight. So I said, Willie, theyve sacked me too, because they have dropped me from the UK championships and Im only doing the masters and the world. John Virgo is on Facebook. 74, passed away Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at Symphony of Tillers in Oswego. He says: A mate tried to set us up years ago but then his girlfriend said she wouldnt be interested in me. The world lost a champion.. John Virgo Illness:- John Virgo is a very famous British former professional Snooker player. Meanwhile, Ronnie has suffered from clinical depression and drug-related problems in Ans. The viewing figures were amazing and we peaked at almost 14 million. John P. ODonnell In Memoriam Board member and master modeler of our organization has passed. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. He said:I think theyre probably looking for people who are more in touch with the modern day player but Im not criticising the decision, I know nothing lasts for ever.. WebJohn Virgo apologises for swearing live on air during 76-min frame - the LONGEST in World Championship history VIDEO. It was all about keeping up appearances. Ans. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. "He was a big part of the golden age of snooker on TV and full of fun away from table. 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But he says his luckiest moment was finally getting a date with the attractive friend of a friend he had known for two decades publishing executive, Rosie Ries. Subscribe to Daily Star and Daily Star On Sunday newspapers, Willie Thorne bankruptcy and debt details emerge after snooker star's sad death, Willie Thorne dead: Snooker legend dies aged 66 following health battle, World Cup's sexiest fan wows in barely-there bikini as followers call her 'breathtaking', Former Miss Croatia Ivana Knoll continues to wow her millions of followers as she asks "watermelon or peach?" I used my wit, charm and repartee on her and, blow me down, two months later we got engaged. We will miss his jokes, and he could joke could Willie. And that was a factor behind him being selected to co-present the snooker based game show Big Break with comedianJim Davidson on the BBC, a programme featuring contestants and guest professionals, and one that enjoyed spectacular success for 11 years with audiences of up to 14million. Writing many years later, Thorne admitted: 'I went back to my seat and the doubts kicked in straightaway. John Virgo is happily married. Mark Williams On The Verge Of Masters History After Demolition Judd Trump: Stephen Hendry's Comments Spurred Me On To Beat Lisowski Ready To Ditch Unwanted Best Player Never To Win A Mark Williams Produces Brilliant Comeback To Defeat Ronnie O'Sullivan. I arrived, panicking, 25 minutes late, got penalised two frames and the crowd booed me. John Being a sportsperson John has a good physical appearance as he is 6 feet 2 inches tall. Talking about the health and illness of John Virgo, so we want to tell you that there is no such news whether he is ill or not. As per some information, the snooker player sounds fit and healthy as a horse. Famous snooker player and now a commentator John Virgo was born on 4 March 1946. By then Id lived on my own for five years and I needed that time to re-centre myself. Meanwhile, Ronnie has suffered from clinical depression and drug-related problems in the past. On the table, Thorne reached two World Championship quarter-finals and won his only ranking title, the Mercantile Credit Classic, in 1982. NFL Player Damar Hamlin in Critical Condition after Collapsing on Field, Legendary Designer Vivienne Westwood Dies Aged 81, 10 Female IAS Officers who can inspire us. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. Performance & security by Cloudflare. John talks about Ronnie OSullivans decision to sit out the remainder of the snooker season and looks ahead to the Best known as an actor, Nicholas Gleaves debut radio play Sunk, stars John, playing himself. Mark Williams Still Gives Hendry Stick Over Most Dramatic Climax Judd Trump Completes Incredible Comeback Over Ryan Day At The Beefed-Up Barry Hawkins Sensationally Whitewashes Mark Allen Hossein Vafaei: ''I Feel This Is Just The Beginning For Me''. The lifeof a professional was rather different to now but the hard yards Virgo put in supplementing his income with life in front of the public stood him in very good stead for what was to follow. He once had a bet at an airport luggage carousel. Virgo has been a huge and much valued and appreciated part of the viewing experience for snooker fans for decades, and if he does appear at this years World John Murdaugh cleans up nephews remains at crime scene, Murdaugh uses quadriplegic client who he ripped off in ad, Blockbuster ad shows video rental store surviving armageddon, Biden says 'I may be a white boy, but I'm not stupid', Bald eagle shakes snow off her covered nest after winter storm, Woman accused of running down partner after he ate one of her chips, Drag queen is refused service from a taxi driver before collapsing, Notorious prisoner Charles Bronson speaks to son in new documentary, San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office identify woman in cold case, 'Everything Everywhere' dominates Screen Actors Guild Awards, Celebs flock to Saudi Arabia for Jake Paul and Tommy Fury fight, See Prince Philip's Land Rover that sold for record amount, Former Miss Great Britain Jill Saxby (pictured with Thorne) said she spoke to her estranged husband 'every day' until he passed away in Torrevieja hospital on the Costa Blanca in Spain, Thorne (pictured when he first got into the game) reached two World Championship quarter-finals and won his only ranking title, the Mercantile Credit Classic, in 1982. 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