The One Show halted from its usual programming to pay tribute to TV and snooker legend, John Virgo, after his heartbreaking death.
Wednesday night’s hosts (February 4), Alex Jones and JB Gill spoke about their sadness, while they took a minute to remember the icon, who passed away at 79.
The heartbreaking news was announced Wednesday afternoon, but the message from JB and Alex left The One Show viewers quite emotional, right at the end of the show.
The One Show pays tribute to heartbreaking death
Before The One Show ended last night, Alex and JB took a moment to share their condolences.
JB said: “Before we go, we just wanted to take a moment to mention today’s news about the death of former UK snooker champion, John Virgo, at the age of 79.
“Many of us fondly remember him from his commentating work and his TV programmes like Big Break. So, of course our thoughts are with his family and friends.”
Alex agreed: “Of course” as they displayed an image of the late star on the screen.
Fans were left emotional at the tribute, grateful that the show acknowledged the loss.
They once again took to social media to share their thoughts. One fan wrote: “Aw. John Virgo was great. R.I.P.”
Another commented on Facebook: “Appreciated the tribute to John Virgo. So emotional. He was a true snooker legend.”
What happened to John Virgo?
Big Break favourite and BBC snooker voice John Virgo
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