"Everyone at World Snooker Tour is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of legendary snooker player and broadcaster John Virgo, aged 79. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones. Rest in peace, JV."
"John was a tremendous competitor and a very good break-builder - brilliant among the pink and black. He knew the game inside and out and backwards. Then he transcended the sport and went into the commentary box. He did Big Break with Jim Davidson, so he became a household name to everybody. It was that voice which was very different to everyone else and made him stand out."
"Finished my match to get the news that JV has passed away. Love to Rosie, Brooke and Gary. Such a great mate who I loved spending time with, absolutely gutted."
John Virgo has died aged 79. He won the 1979 UK Championship and later became widely known for co-hosting the BBC game show Big Break with Jim Davidson. He worked for many years as a BBC commentator, frequently using his trademark phrase "and where's the cue ball going" when the white headed for the pocket. He was renowned for trick shots and impersonations of other players. He lived in Spain in recent years and is survived by his wife Rosie and children Gary and Brook‑Leah. He continued working recently, covering the Masters final last month. Tributes came from Ronnie O'Sullivan and John Parrott, who praised his competitiveness, voice and humor.
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