Nektar Geist
An Onion Among Onions
"Legendary former snooker player and broadcaster John Virgo has died at the age of 79, just days after his final TV appearance.
The tragic news was confirmed on Wednesday morning, with the iconic commentator's family announcing that he had passed away in Spain, where he lived. A statement issued by World Seniors Snooker chairman Jason Francis on social media read: "Heartbreaking to share the news that we've lost the great 'JV' John Virgo this morning, he passed away in Spain.
"Rosie and Brooke-Leah would like everyone to know. Our hearts go out to them both, Gary and the grandchildren. JV was doing what he loved to do right up until the end, entertaining everyone."
Most famous for Big Break (Snooker* based game show), where he would do the snooker bit, while Jim would do the questions (and comedy bits)
Ray Reardon (mentioned in a LAwnmower Deth song), (even younger) Ronnie O'Sullivan appear.
*Snooker is pool for people who can count higher than 10.
The tragic news was confirmed on Wednesday morning, with the iconic commentator's family announcing that he had passed away in Spain, where he lived. A statement issued by World Seniors Snooker chairman Jason Francis on social media read: "Heartbreaking to share the news that we've lost the great 'JV' John Virgo this morning, he passed away in Spain.
"Rosie and Brooke-Leah would like everyone to know. Our hearts go out to them both, Gary and the grandchildren. JV was doing what he loved to do right up until the end, entertaining everyone."
Most famous for Big Break (Snooker* based game show), where he would do the snooker bit, while Jim would do the questions (and comedy bits)
*Snooker is pool for people who can count higher than 10.
