John Virgo

Snooker player and broadcaster

English Salford, England

Quick Info

ProfessionSnooker player and broadcaster
NationalityEnglish
Date of Birth04/03/1946
Age79 years (died on 04, Feb, 2026)
BirthplaceSalford, England
Date of Death04/02/2026

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Family

Children
  • Gary (son)
  • Brook (daughter)

Career

Snooker Achievements
  • 1979 UK Championship winner (defeated Terry Griffiths 14–13)
  • 1980 Bombay International Championship winner
  • 1980 Pontins Professional winner
  • 1984 Professional Snooker League winner
  • 1979 World Championship semi-finalist
  • 1980 Champion of Champions runner-up
  • 1986 British Open semi-finalist
Broadcasting
  • BBC snooker commentator
  • Co-presenter of Big Break (1991-2002)
Retirement1994
Hall of FameWorld Snooker Tour Hall of Fame (2023)

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Known for catchphrases and impressions of other players
2. Turned professional in 1976 at age 30
3. Spent final years in Spain
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