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Dennis Taylor pays heartbreaking tribute to John Virgo on BBC coverage – 'Goodnight JV'

Dennis Taylor honors the late snooker player and broadcaster John Virgo in a heartfelt tribute following his recent death.

Feb 23 β€’ 17:06 UTC
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Stephen Hendry reveals utter shock at John Virgo's death after call from snooker legend

Stephen Hendry expresses his shock and grief over the passing of snooker commentator John Virgo, who died at the age of 79 in Spain.

Feb 17 β€’ 14:39 UTC
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John Virgo's funeral held in Spain on Valentine's Day as Shaun Murphy pays tribute

Snooker legend John Virgo's funeral occurred on Valentine's Day in Spain, with tributes being paid by friends and fellow players including Shaun Murphy.

Feb 16 β€’ 13:29 UTC
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Life & Tech

Ronnie Wood poses with twin daughters in tribute to John Virgo after shock death

Ronnie Wood pays tribute to the late snooker legend John Virgo by posing with his twin daughters following Virgo's unexpected passing.

Feb 5 β€’ 16:06 UTC
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BBC Breakfast guest issues apology for absence as they detail 'nightmare'

A guest on BBC Breakfast apologized for their absence while discussing their recent difficulties travel-related challenges, during an episode dedicated to the late sports star John Virgo.

Feb 5 β€’ 09:49 UTC
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BBC icon Hazel Irvine's heartbreaking tribute to John Virgo after sudden death aged 79

Hazel Irvine has paid tribute to her late colleague John Virgo, who passed away suddenly at the age of 79 in Spain.

Feb 5 β€’ 09:23 UTC
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John Virgo: Cause of death, health problem that saw him leave UK and wife's heartbreak

Snooker legend John Virgo has died at the age of 79, leaving a significant impact on the sports community as tributes pour in amidst the news of his passing.

Feb 5 β€’ 07:32 UTC
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BBC Breakfast pays tribute to 'completely irreplaceable' star after heartbreaking death

BBC Breakfast honored the memory of legendary snooker player and commentator John Virgo following his recent death, as hosts Charlie Stayt and Naga Munchetty shared heartfelt tributes.

Feb 5 β€’ 07:19 UTC
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The One Show's Alex Jones and JB Gill pay heartfelt tribute after death of 'legend'

Alex Jones and JB Gill from The One Show honored snooker icon John Virgo, who recently passed away at the age of 79.

Feb 4 β€’ 20:44 UTC
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Inside John Virgo's final hours after snooker icon woke up at 2.30am

Snooker legend John Virgo passed away at the age of 79 from a ruptured aorta just hours after waking up in pain.

Feb 4 β€’ 20:26 UTC
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Heartbreaking unseen final pictures of John Virgo enjoying himself before death

Snooker legend John Virgo, who passed away at 79, is remembered fondly with unseen final pictures showcasing his joyful moments, prompting an outpouring of tributes from the sports community.

Feb 4 β€’ 19:39 UTC
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Symptoms of burst aorta as snooker icon John Virgo's cause of death revealed

John Virgo, a legendary snooker player, passed away at the age of 79 due to a burst aorta, prompting discussions about the symptoms associated with this condition.

Feb 4 β€’ 19:13 UTC
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John Virgo's cause of death as wife pays heartbreaking tribute to snooker icon

Snooker legend John Virgo has died at the age of 79 in Spain, shortly after commenting on the 2026 Masters tournament, with his cause of death revealed and heartfelt tributes pouring in from the snooker community.

Feb 4 β€’ 17:38 UTC
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John Virgo's devastated widow breaks silence over BBC star's sudden death

John Virgo's widow expresses her grief and leads tributes following the sudden death of the snooker legend, aged 79.

Feb 4 β€’ 17:01 UTC
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Who was John Virgo’s wife and how many children did BBC snooker legend have?

The article discusses John Virgo's marital history and his children, highlighting his long-term marriage to Rosie Ries, as well as his previous relationships before moving to Spain.

Feb 4 β€’ 14:15 UTC
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John Virgo's daughter phoned Jim Davidson as new details of tragic death emerge

John Virgo's daughter reached out to Jim Davidson after the announcement of her father's passing at 79, leading to tributes from the sports community.

Feb 4 β€’ 13:34 UTC
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John Virgo made his thoughts perfectly clear about working with Jim Davidson on Big Break

John Virgo, the legendary BBC snooker commentator, has died at the age of 79, resulting in tributes from the sport and television communities.

Feb 4 β€’ 13:26 UTC
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John Virgo’s classy statement on BBC controversy before backlash forced U-turn

Snooker legend John Virgo, known for his dignified character, has passed away at 79, reflecting on his professional challenges with the BBC.

Feb 4 β€’ 11:55 UTC
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Life & Tech

Big Break stars now from Yewtree probe and Β£60m divorce to sad death

The article reflects on the mixed fortunes of 'Big Break' stars John Virgo and Jim Davidson following the recent death of Virgo, highlighting their personal challenges, including investigations and a high-profile divorce.

Feb 4 β€’ 11:31 UTC
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John Virgo lost his home after addiction gripped snooker icon amid failed marriages

Iconic snooker commentator John Virgo, who died at 79, struggled with gambling addiction and experienced personal hardships including repossessions and failed marriages.

Feb 4 β€’ 11:09 UTC
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'Mates for life' - Ronnie O'Sullivan comments on John Virgo are heartbreaking after his death

Ronnie O'Sullivan expressed deep sorrow over the passing of his close friend John Virgo, praising their lifelong bond and Virgo's contributions to snooker.

Feb 4 β€’ 10:55 UTC
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BREAKING: Jim Davidson shares tribute to Big Break co-star John Virgo after snooker legend's death

Jim Davidson paid tribute to his close friend John Virgo, who passed away at the age of 79, reminiscing about their time together on the BBC show Big Break.

Feb 4 β€’ 10:55 UTC
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Inside John Virgo's heartbreaking personal battles and life after quitting UK

The article discusses the life and struggles of snooker commentator John Virgo, who passed away at 79, reflecting on his personal battles and significant contributions to the sport.

Feb 4 β€’ 10:36 UTC
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I interviewed John Virgo before his death – he was the opposite to boring

Mark Whiley reflects on his interview with snooker legend John Virgo and his significant influence on the sport following Virgo's passing.

Feb 4 β€’ 10:34 UTC
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John Virgo's final words on BBC as sporting world mourns loss of 'the voice of snooker'

John Virgo, renowned for his commentary in snooker, passed away at 79, just weeks after praising Kyren Wilson following the Masters final.

Feb 4 β€’ 10:10 UTC
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BREAKING: Snooker legend John Virgo dies aged 79 as tributes pour in

Legendary snooker commentator John Virgo has passed away at the age of 79, with tributes flooding in following his death in Spain.

Feb 4 β€’ 09:16 UTC
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Snooker legend John Virgo dies aged 79

John Virgo, the snooker legend and former broadcaster, has passed away at the age of 79, as announced by World Snooker.

Feb 4 β€’ 07:40 UTC

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