
Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Birthday
1954-03-04
Deathday
2020-06-17
Place of Birth
Anstey, Leicestershire
Willie Thorne
Biography
Willie Thorne (4 March 1954 – 17 June 2020) was an English professional snooker player. He won one ranking title, the 1985 Classic. He also reached the final of the 1985 UK Championship, losing 16–14 to Steve Davis after leading 13–8. He was noted for his break-building, and was among the first players to compile 100 century breaks. He earned the nickname "Mr Maximum". After retiring as a player, Thorne became a snooker commentator, primarily for the BBC.
Known For

Super Gran
as Himself

Gatwick Gangsters
as The Beast

Mark Selby: Life of a World Champion
as Self

Jimmy White - The One & Only
as Self

Steve Davis Presents: The Greatest Snooker Trickshots
as Self

Touching The Blue
as Self

When Snooker Ruled the World
as Self - Archive Footage

Famous, Rich and Homeless

Let's Dance for Sport Relief
as Self - Contestant